Oregonians are, by law, permitted to purchase rifles or shotguns once they reach 18 years of age. Federal law furthermore states that licensed dealers are allowed to sell rifles and shotguns to persons who are 18 years of age or older.
Dick’s Sporting Goods has not released a public statement following Watson’s lawsuit.
What Do Americans Think of the Lawsuit?
As a nation, America remains largely divided regarding guns. Gun control supporters have praised companies for tightening restrictions on gun purchases. Gun rights advocates have conversely slammed said businesses for what they perceive as infringing upon the Second Amendment rights of 18-years olds, 19-year olds, and 20-year olds.
Both Walmart and Dick’s Sporting Goods do not appear to be wavering on their latest policies for customers who wish to purchase guns.
Readers of USA Today chimed in with their thoughts on the matter via Facebook:
“Good for him, 18 years old should buy any legal gun with [background] checks.”
