It is common knowledge that the only ones that abide by these Draconian Measures are those that wouldn't be a threat in the first place.

Criminals, by nature, tend to not obey 'Laws'.

Put a sign in your front yard proclaiming it is a 'gun free zone' and see what kind of reception you get.

Politicians tend to pass these 'laws/edicts' and yet KEEP their security detail.

Is the message 'your life is more valuable than mine and my family'?