This depends on what you mean by a more serious level of gun control. If you’re referring to bans like the Clinton-era Assault Weapons Ban, a subsection of the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994, which included banning possession of many handguns and other semi-automatic firearms, it means restricting Second Amendment rights in concerning ways. In addition to having a generally inconclusive effect on firearm-related homicides, the original ban had a sunset clause, which is why it ended after 10 years. But when it’s been advocated for by current politicians, a sunset clause is often not mentioned, nor is grandfathering in firearms owned prior to the potential ban going into effect. This would effectively turn law-abiding gun owners into criminals overnight. Taking away Second Amendment rights entirely would be a serious constitutional rights violation. Although it might be seen as speculation, it’s logical to assume that such steps could create a framework by which other rights, such as our First Amendment freedom of speech, may be curtailed. Even if someone isn’t worried about losing gun rights, they’re still likely worried about losing freedom of speech protections. Chipping away at the United States Constitution is a recipe for disaster when it comes to the rights and freedoms of Americans and all residents of this great country.