A new California law prohibiting the carrying of firearms in most public places has been blocked by a 9th Circuit Court of Appeals panel, maintaining a lower court's injunction that argues the law likely violates the Second Amendment. The law, which was to take effect on January 1, 2024, has faced opposition from gun rights groups and was previously halted by U.S. District Judge Cormac Carney. Governor Gavin Newsom, a proponent of strict gun control, criticized the court's decision, while gun rights advocates view it as a victory for the Second Amendment.
A federal appeals court has reinstated a U.S. District judge's ruling to temporarily block a California law that would ban carrying guns in most public places. The law, which was to take effect on January 1, has faced legal challenges, with gun rights groups arguing it is unconstitutional based on the Second Amendment and recent Supreme Court rulings. California Governor Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta, both Democrats, have expressed their commitment to gun safety and plan to continue defending the law. The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals is set to hear arguments in April.
A federal appeals court has allowed a judge's ruling to take effect, which prevents California from enforcing a new law that bans carrying guns in most public places, citing a violation of the Second Amendment. This decision comes after the U.S. Supreme Court's June 2022 ruling that expanded gun rights and required gun laws to align with historical firearm regulation traditions. California's appeal will be heard in April, while gun rights advocates celebrate the decision as a victory for the Second Amendment.
Wayne LaPierre has resigned as the chief of the National Rifle Association (NRA) on the eve of a corruption trial in Manhattan. LaPierre, who has been with the NRA for over three decades, cited health reasons for his resignation, effective January 31. The trial, which involves New York Attorney General Letitia James, is set to proceed with jury selection already underway. LaPierre's resignation is not part of any deal with the attorney general's office, and Andrew Arulanandam will serve as the interim chief executive. The NRA has faced significant challenges in recent years, including a decline in membership and revenue, as well as increasing legal costs.
Wayne LaPierre has announced his resignation as the chief of the National Rifle Association (NRA), citing health reasons, with his departure effective January 31. LaPierre, who has been with the NRA since 1977 and served as CEO and executive vice president since 1991, will be succeeded by Andrew Arulanandam as interim CEO and executive vice president. The resignation comes ahead of LaPierre's trial in a corruption case brought by New York Attorney General Letitia James, who has accused NRA leadership of financial misconduct. Despite the legal challenges, LaPierre expressed confidence in the NRA's future and its continued advocacy for Second Amendment freedoms.
California has enacted a new law that restricts concealed carry permit holders from bringing firearms into designated "sensitive places," including amusement parks, museums, and public parks. This law is facing legal challenges, with a district judge initially blocking it for being "repugnant to the Second Amendment," but a federal appeals court allowed it to proceed temporarily. The law's future hinges on further court decisions, as it may require the Supreme Court to clarify the extent of Second Amendment protections. Governor Gavin Newsom has also signed over 20 new gun safety measures in 2023, all of which are likely to face legal scrutiny under the Second Amendment.
Illinois' gun registry, part of Gov. JB Pritzker's assault weapons ban, saw only 1.2% compliance from firearm owners, reflecting widespread resistance. The Illinois State Rifle Association (ISRA) criticized the move as confusing and unconstitutional, with plans to appeal to the Supreme Court. The next meeting to discuss registry rules is set for January 16th, after the registration deadline, adding to the confusion. Meanwhile, Republican congressional candidate Darren Bailey publicly refused to comply, echoing the sentiment of many gun owners in the state.
Gun rights organizations, including the Rocky Mountain Gun Owners and the National Association for Gun Rights, have filed a lawsuit against Colorado's ban on ghost guns—untraceable firearms assembled from parts or made using 3D printers. The ban, which took effect on January 1, 2023, is being challenged on the grounds that it violates Second Amendment rights. The lawsuit follows a significant increase in the use of ghost guns in crimes and is part of a broader series of legal challenges against recent gun control measures in Colorado. Governor Jared Polis, named as the defendant, has not commented due to the ongoing litigation.
A California law prohibiting the carrying of firearms in most public places went into effect after the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals stayed a federal judge's decision to block the law. The law, praised by Governor Gavin Newsom, designates places such as schools, hospitals, and playgrounds as "sensitive places" where firearms are not allowed. The law had been temporarily halted by U.S. District Judge Cormac Carney, who criticized it as contrary to the Second Amendment. The California Rifle and Pistol Association is challenging the law, which is part of a suite of gun control measures signed by Newsom.
A new California law prohibiting the carrying of firearms in most public places is set to take effect despite ongoing legal challenges. A U.S. district judge initially blocked the law, citing Second Amendment violations, but a federal appeals court has since allowed the law to be temporarily enforced. The legal battle is set to continue with further arguments in the appeals court. Governor Gavin Newsom supports the law as part of broader gun control efforts, while opponents argue it infringes on the rights of gun permit holders and could make communities less safe.
A federal judge in California has temporarily blocked a new state law that would have banned people from carrying guns in most public places, citing the Second Amendment. The law, which was set to take effect on January 1, was challenged after a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision that set a precedent for gun laws to align with historical firearm regulation. The judge's decision is expected to be appealed by California's Attorney General, and the case may eventually reach the U.S. Supreme Court. This ruling is part of a series of legal challenges against California's strict gun laws.
A federal appeals court has allowed California's Senate Bill 2, which bans firearms in most public places, to take effect while the court reviews its constitutionality. This decision overturns a lower court's ruling that had blocked the law, arguing it was unconstitutional and infringed on Second Amendment rights. The law, signed by Governor Gavin Newsom, includes restrictions such as setting the minimum age for a gun license at 21 and requiring additional gun safety training. The law's future still hangs in the balance as the appeals court has yet to make a final decision on its constitutionality.
A new California law prohibiting the carrying of firearms in most public places is set to take effect on January 1, despite ongoing legal challenges. An initial ruling by a U.S. district judge to block the law was temporarily overridden by a federal appeals court, allowing the law to be enforced while the appeal process continues. The law, which is part of a broader push for stricter gun control measures by Governor Gavin Newsom, faces opposition from gun rights groups who argue it is unconstitutional and inhibits self-defense.
A new California law prohibiting the carrying of firearms in most public places is set to take effect on New Year's Day despite ongoing legal challenges. A U.S. district judge initially blocked the law, citing Second Amendment violations, but a federal appeals court has since allowed the law to temporarily proceed. The law, part of a series of gun control measures signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom, faces opposition from gun rights groups who argue it infringes on the right to self-defense. The legal battle is expected to continue with further arguments in the appeals court.
A California law that restricts gun owners from carrying firearms in many public spaces was set to go into effect on New Year's Day but faced a temporary injunction labeling it as contrary to the Second Amendment. The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has put the injunction on hold, allowing the law to remain in place while further appeals are considered. The law, which was signed by Governor Gavin Newsom, designates 26 types of "sensitive" places where firearms are prohibited, even for permit holders, and requires private businesses to explicitly allow concealed weapons if they choose to permit them. This development follows a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that struck down a similar law in New York, demanding gun laws align with historical firearm regulation traditions.
