Videos tagged with Civil Rights Act

This video discusses the oral arguments in Matthews v. City of Los Angeles, a lawsuit concerning CCW denials and their implications for Second Amendment rights. Chuck Michelle, CRPA's volunteer president, explains the complexities of challenging CCW policies, particularly within criminal cases, and highlights the procedural hurdles. The discussion touches on the historical context of LAPD's reluctance to issue permits and the ongoing legal battles to ensure constitutional rights are upheld, emphasizing the importance of precedent-setting litigation.

This video details New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's emergency order temporarily suspending the right to carry firearms in Bernalillo County and Albuquerque. It highlights the significant controversy and opposition from law enforcement officials, legal experts, and gun rights advocacy groups, focusing on the constitutional challenges and the potential impact of the order on individual liberties and public safety. The narrative also touches upon the legal ramifications for law enforcement due to the removal of qualified immunity.

This ARFCOM News report critically examines political figures and legal issues surrounding Second Amendment rights. It highlights criticisms of Representative Tony Gonzales for his stance on gun control, promotes Brandon Herrera's campaign, and discusses the ATF's body camera policies and the controversial conviction of Dexter Taylor in New York, featuring Judge Abena Darkeh's remarks on the Second Amendment. The video also touches on the Supreme Court's consideration of 'ghost guns' and alleged discrimination in background check systems.

New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham issued an emergency public health order banning concealed and open carry of firearms in Bernalillo County for 30 days, citing gun violence. This order, which applies even to those with legal permits, is being challenged legally by gun rights organizations, arguing it exceeds the governor's authority and violates Second Amendment rights established in Heller and Bruin decisions. The order also faces internal opposition from some law enforcement officials who fear personal liability under New Mexico's Civil Rights Act.

This video critically analyzes New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's emergency order suspending open and concealed carry in Albuquerque and Bernalillo County. Legal expert William Kirk explains the constitutional challenges, the backlash from local officials citing civil liability, and the lawsuit filed by the National Association for Gun Rights (NAGR). The discussion highlights the broader implications of using public health emergencies to restrict Second Amendment rights, even drawing criticism from gun control advocates.

A federal court in Illinois upheld the Second Amendment by awarding the NRA $125,000 in attorney's fees in the case of Sean Galder v. Chicago. The ruling prevents prohibiting firearm possession based solely on a non-violent misdemeanor conviction. While this specific prohibition was struck down, Chicago's firearm registration and licensing requirements remain in effect and are still being litigated.

The Supreme Court declined to hear a case challenging Maryland's concealed carry laws, continuing a trend of lower courts ruling against broad interpretations of the right to bear arms. While the Court has not definitively ruled on a general right-to-carry case, it will hear 'Messer Smith v. Miller,' concerning the legality of general warrants used to seize firearms, which could have significant implications for Fourth Amendment protections in gun-related investigations.