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law-and-politics2 years ago

Federal Court Blocks 21-and-Up Gun Law

A federal judge has granted a preliminary injunction blocking a new Colorado gun law that limits sales to individuals aged 21 and older. The law, Senate Bill 23-169, took effect on Monday but is now on hold until the case is heard in court. The gun advocacy group Rocky Mountain Gun Owners argues that the law violates the Second Amendment. The group is already suing Democratic Gov. Jared Polis over the law. The judge ruled that the plaintiffs provided evidence that the law violates their constitutional rights, and blocking the law while the case is heard is in the public interest. The state's opposition argues that the law is consistent with historical gun laws and is unlikely to be successful.

law-and-order2 years ago

"Florida's Permitless Carry Law: What You Need to Know"

Starting Saturday, Florida will implement a permitless carry gun law, eliminating the need for training and background checks to carry concealed guns in public. However, open carry is still prohibited, and the law does not change who can carry a firearm or where they can carry it. Some law enforcement officials express concerns about the potential increase in violence, while others believe the law could deter criminals. Gun owners must still carry a valid ID, and there are still restrictions on carrying guns in certain places.

politics2 years ago

Federal Judge Strikes Down Key Parts of New Jersey Gun Laws.

A federal judge has blocked much of New Jersey's recently enacted gun carry law, including the requirement for gun carriers to purchase liability insurance and the prohibition of carrying guns in certain public locations. The judge's order applies for the duration of the litigation and expands upon prior court orders that temporarily blocked parts of the new law. Attorney General Matt Platkin plans to appeal the decision, while gun-rights groups see it as evidence that the new law is in legal trouble.

law2 years ago

Illinois gun law faces temporary injunction from federal judge.

A federal judge in Illinois has granted a temporary injunction blocking the enforcement of a gun law which bans some semiautomatic rifles as well as high-capacity magazines. The ban, signed by Democratic Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker in January, includes penalties for individuals who carry or possess, manufactures, sells, delivers, imports, or purchases any assault weapon or .50 caliber rifle. The ruling from former President Trump appointed judge McGlynn came shortly after United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois judge Lindsay Jenkins, appointed by President Biden, declined to block the law's enforcement.