What is the likely rationale behind excluding persons convicted for certain offences from possessing guns? A belief that convicted persons are more likely to commit further crimes with firearms than non-convicted persons? Does disarmament reflect a belief that convicted persons have forfeited some rights of citizenship, that they should be denied arms because they are disenfranchised?

Canada and some other countries require applicants for licences to have others vouch for their fitness. Would you be willing to serve as a recommender for your friends? Do you have friends or family members whom you believe should not own a firearm because they are a potential danger to themselves or others?