Texas Gun Sense also favors laws, now being adopted in individual states, allowing a judge to intervene upon request when a family member believes a loved one has made a specific threat of violence against themselves or others. After a legal proceeding, a judge may decide to restrict an individual's access to firearms until they are deemed competent.

At the Arms Room gun range in Dickinson, Houston resident Steve Henderson fired round after round from his AR-15, one of six weapons that he owns. He said there's no way to stop a person intent on hurting others.

"From a moral standpoint, it boils down to responsibility and life choices," he said. "People are going to do what they're going to do. I'm 'pro guns' for sure. You have to protect yourself and your family. And you do have to educate yourself when it comes to gun safety."

November 2, 2017 -- A Texas gun owner practices at a shooting range in Dickinson, Texas, the United States, on Oct. 25, 2017. The growing number of mass shootings in the United States has become a big concern for citizens, elected officials, law-enforcement officers and victims' rights advocates alike. A national debate has emerged pitting gun rights advocates against public health officials and citizens who want more regulations for gun purchases. (Xinhua/Robert Stanton)
 
By: Robert Stanton