More Virginia Prosecutors, Sheriffs Say They Won't Enforce 'Assault Firearm' Ban

Summary

Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger signed new legislation outlawing the sale, manufacture, and transfer of 'assault firearms' and large capacity magazines, as well as prohibiting the open carry of 'assault firearms' in most public spaces. These laws are set to take effect on July 1, but multiple lawsuits have been filed, and a growing number of county sheriffs and Commonwealth Attorneys have declared their intent not to enforce them.