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1st To Register Handgun In D.C. Wants To Protect Self, Family

Amy McVey, the first person in the District to register a handgun in her home since the Supreme Court overturned the city`s handgun ban, told News4 that she only wants to protect herself and her family.

Read About It: NBC4

Posted: 8/11/2008 10:00:14 AM

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