Videos tagged with Chuck Michel

This CRPA TV episode discusses the Rodi v. Bonta case before the Ninth Circuit, which challenges California's ammunition regulations. The en banc panel composition appears favorable for Second Amendment advocates, with a potential for a Supreme Court appeal if California loses. Expert analysis from CRPA President Chuck Michel highlights the strategic importance of the panel's makeup and the potential impact of the Bruen ruling on future gun law challenges.

This analysis, featuring insights from legal expert Chuck Michel, dissects the Supreme Court oral arguments in Wolford v. Lopez concerning Hawaii's 'Vampire Rule.' The discussion highlights the court's likely skepticism towards Hawaii's restrictive gun laws, which require businesses to post 'guns allowed' signs to permit permit holders to carry. Experts predict a strong rebuke of such 'baloney' laws, drawing parallels to historical disarmament tactics and potential First Amendment violations.

This video provides an expert analysis of the Ninth Circuit's decision in Baird v. Bonta, which favored open carry rights in California. Chuck Michel, President of CRPA, explains the historical context of open carry and how the Bruen decision impacts current gun laws. The discussion highlights the potential for an en banc review and clarifies the current legal status of open carry in California.

This video critically examines the "fear mongering" tactics used by anti-gun groups, specifically citing Everytown, and the state's claims that the Bruen test will undermine California's gun control laws. The hosts, Kevin and Chuck, argue that the core issue lies in the methodology of applying the Bruen test's text-and-history standard, suggesting that many current California gun laws are unconstitutional and would not survive an honest application of this legal precedent. The CRPA is highlighted as an organization that has consistently challenged these laws.

This video, hosted by Chuck Michel, analyzes how the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals allegedly undermines Second Amendment victories won by three-judge panels. The description argues that this judicial activism stems from an anti-gun bias, especially in light of the Supreme Court's Bruen decision, which dictates that courts should not engage in 'meaningful constraints' or 'interest balancing' when a law infringes upon the plain text of the right to bear arms. The burden, according to Bruen, shifts to the government to justify such infringements, particularly concerning common firearms and related activities.

This video critically analyzes the Department of Justice's stance and actions concerning the Second Amendment under the Trump administration. It delves into executive orders, internal government shifts, amicus briefs, ATF policy reversals, and legal challenges against anti-gun jurisdictions. Featuring an interview with Second Amendment attorney Chuck Michel, the discussion aims to assess whether the Trump DOJ genuinely defended gun owners' rights and its implications for the future of the Second Amendment.

This video provides a comprehensive recap of significant Second Amendment litigation in California for 2025, with CRPA at the forefront. It details lawsuits filed, victories secured, and cases heading towards critical 2026 decisions, including challenges in federal courts and potentially the U.S. Supreme Court. Topics covered include CCW fees, suppressor bans, sensitive places, FFL surveillance, gun roster challenges, youth advertising bans, gun show bans, ammo background checks, and updates on major cases like Duncan and Rhode. The video aims to inform Californians about the ongoing legal battles shaping gun rights in the state and encourages viewers to become CRPA members.

This video discusses the Supreme Court's relisting of the Duncan v. Bonta case, analyzing what this might signify for Second Amendment rights in early 2026. CRPA President Chuck Michel provides insights into the case's momentum, its place among numerous pending 2A cases, and potential outcomes, including implications for California gun laws and magazine bans. The discussion touches on the Court's potential frustration with lower courts ignoring Bruen decisions and highlights the importance of public engagement and CRPA membership for advocacy.

This video discusses the US Supreme Court case *US v. Harris*, which challenges federal law 18 U.S.C. 922(g)(3), prohibiting marijuana users from owning firearms. CRPA President Chuck Michel breaks down the case, its distinction from *US v. Hemani*, and its potential impact on how the government defines "prohibited persons." The discussion touches upon the historical context of gun ownership, legal buyers, the 4473 form, and broader Second Amendment litigation, including *Duncan v. Bonta*. The video also highlights CRPA's advocacy for both law enforcement and cannabis user rights, and the Supreme Court's process for reviewing cases.

This video discusses the legal challenge to California's ban on firearm magazines holding more than ten rounds in the landmark Duncan v. Bonta case. CRPA President Chuck Michel and Kevin Small break down California's opposition brief, exploring arguments related to the 'takings clause,' the definition of 'arms' under the Second Amendment, and historical parallels. The discussion highlights how this case could be the most significant Second Amendment legal battle since the Bruen decision and anticipates its potential path to the U.S. Supreme Court, with implications for gun owners nationwide. It also touches on the influence of gun control advocacy groups and recent DOJ reversals.

This video analyzes California's AB 1078, a new law described as a sweeping anti-Second Amendment bill. It bundles significant restrictions including CCW limitations for applicants and renewals, prohibitions for those with restraining orders, and a "three-guns-a-month" purchase limit. The discussion covers due-process concerns, potential abuse of discretion by local agencies, psych evaluations, and how this law conflicts with Supreme Court rulings like Bruen and Rahimi. CRPA President Chuck Michel and Kevin Small break down the implications, discuss precedent set by Nguyen v. Bonta, and outline CRPA's preparation for inevitable legal challenges.

This video discusses a landmark lawsuit filed by Pam Bondi's DOJ against the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department concerning Second Amendment violations related to concealed carry permit (CCW) delays. Chuck Michel, CRPA President, explains the unprecedented nature of the DOJ's affirmative action on behalf of gun owners, the issues of excessive wait times and bureaucratic hurdles, and the potential impact on CCW reform statewide. The video also touches on the CRPA's "CCW Reckoning Project" and how viewers can support such legal efforts.