[NobodyHere]

Originally Posted by Edward64

I can easily believe this kid did not have malicious intent but is just plain stupid. However, I do want this kid to be investigated more to see if there are any other "signs". Definitely a good candidate for the "red flag" law.

Hope its more than just a few days in jail and probation. I'd toss in mental health evaluation also.

Family of armed man at Walmart say he was never going to harm anybody

I don't know. If the kid is indeed telling the truth and the equipment he had was purchased legally then why should he spend any time in jail? Do we have a second amendment? Do we have open carry laws? Maybe the laws should be changed but afaik they're still in place. I'll definitely say the kid was unwise but I'm not sure he did anything criminal thus no need to throw him in jail. We throw too many people in prison as it is.

I'm also wary of any red flag law that takes away "innocent until proven guilty".