Saudi Ass-Ass-Ins

So theres talk about opening up the sale of handguns in Saudi. No waiting period, just a SR500000 Bank Guarantee. Which is the equivalent of a '5 accidental death' coupon.
See, the law here does not take into account inflation, and killing someone accidentally does not result in the death penalty, but a SR 100000 fine (US$26500) that was set in the 60's. So your covered for up to 5 fatalities.
This move is no doubt a response to the Khobar city mobs which destroyed part of the seaside commercial area, with the poor workers having nothing more than plastic forks and spoons to defend themselves. The rioters got away Scott free and only a handful were flogged for show.

Martial law makes a whole lot more sense, no more excessive spending on the police and military (Oil isn't forever), no more confusing paperwork (education isn't forever).

My only concern is that the import of these guns will be regulated, if video games are any indication, a teenager would be able to go to a back alley and purchase a Colt with the new bootleg of GTA for less than the price of a meal in the restaurant he plans on mugging next national day.