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In reply to the discussion: What is an "assault rifle," he asked sarcastically. [View all]SunSeeker
(51,513 posts)For a number of reasons, not the least of which is it is illegal to impersonate a police officer.
And if you are talking about military tanks, no as well, unless there are substantial modifications that render it less tank, more Hummer. Civilians in some states can own decommissioned military tanks. The guns and firing control systems must be disabled. You cannot drive it on most public roads without special permits, and you'll need rubberized treads to avoid damaging the roadway.
Again, just because the police or military use something does not mean civilians should have it. But that is just the sort of outrageous justification the gun folks resort to for the unjustifiable: civilians having assault weapons.
You should be ashamed of yourself for making that argument.