Who pays for the background check? If it's the individual, this would kill 3d printing in New York. If someone else, it would still probably kill 3d printing just because of the extra resistance to purchase.
this post was submitted on 17 Oct 2023
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In a country where 13 year olds have access to guns.
Shhhh dont tell new york that anybody can by a lathe or a mill. Or forbid A CNC
Requiring a backround check for a 3d printer is idiotic at best. Whats next a flat bastard file? You could use it to form metal to make weapons! Not to deburr or make somthing harmless.
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