Prosecute parents for kids who kill

Summary: When kids commit terrible crimes with guns, should their parents go to jail? After a recent shooting in San Diego, this debate is heating up. Statistics show that 86% of underage school shooters get their weapons from home, making unsecured firearms a leading danger to children.

Recently, parents in Michigan and Georgia received serious prison time for ignoring warning signs and leaving guns out. While some treat firearms as social media props, prosecutors are sending a strict message: if you don't lock up your weapons, you might be the one locked up.

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