Handgun waiting period may be eliminated

MADISON - Some people want to get rid of Wisconsin's waiting period for buying handguns.

Governor Scott Walker supports the idea, saying he would like to be a leader on the issue.

Currently Wisconsin requires a 48-hour wait after a background check is submitted to the Department of Justice.

Full story: WJFW

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