Steve's thoughts on smart guns

Goals of a smart gun:

• Always disallow unauthorized use. "Black list" and/or default determination.
• Always allow authorized users. "White list" of individuals and/or groups

The following must be balanced

• Officer/Operator safety
• Child safety

Must perform properly in all circumstances and conditions.

• Gloved (precludes many types of biometric identification)
• Any stance or position
• Naked (precludes jewelry and other ancilary transmitters.)
• Wet
• Cold
• Hot
• etc.

Unauthorized users must not be able to:

• Place the weapon off of safe mode
• Fire the weapon
• Rack the slide
• Remove the magazine
• Access the unit for reprogramming

A smart holster may also be of benefit.

Other desireable features:

• Low cost
• Easy to install
• Easy to reprogram
• Extended battery life