Videos tagged with Freedom of Information Act

This video from Gun Owners of America (GOA) details legal challenges and concerns regarding the Department of Justice's (DOJ) actions impacting Second Amendment rights and constitutional protections. It highlights the case of William Case v. Montana, where the DOJ supported police entry into a home without a warrant, leading to the homeowner being shot. The video also discusses the DOJ's efforts to prevent GOA from reporting on ATF surveillance programs and their continued defense of 'zero tolerance' gun control policies, arguing these actions undermine the First, Second, and Fourth Amendments.

This video from Washington Gun Law TV, hosted by William Kirk, discusses the existence and potential misuse of a federal gun registry, specifically the NYX system. It highlights how this system, initially intended for tracking potential firearm purchases by prohibited individuals, has been used to monitor compliance with state firearm laws. The discussion emphasizes the concern that such a registry could be leveraged for civilian disarmament, despite federal prohibitions.

This video discusses government transparency and the need for a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) redesign. The conversation features Kyle Seraphin, a former FBI agent, who addresses the alleged "weaponization" of the US Department of Justice (DOJ) against its citizens. The episode explores the origins and methods behind this issue, as well as potential solutions to stop it. Seraphin shares his background as a husband, father, and recovering FBI agent who prioritizes faith and family.

The ATF, under the Biden Administration, has released a list of gun shops as part of a 'name and shame' campaign, prompted by a USA Today FOIA request. This list, which includes approximately 3% of licensed dealers nationwide, identifies shops with at least 25 guns traced to crime within the past three years. While the ATF states inclusion is not an indication of wrongdoing, gun rights organizations like the NSSF criticize the move as counterproductive and potentially illegal, fearing it will harm cooperation and unfairly tarnish businesses.

Maine's Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife abruptly canceled a legally required AR-15 maintenance safety course following a surge of complaints. The course, intended to teach proper firearm maintenance to prevent jams and malfunctions, was deemed 'inappropriate' by some, despite being on the state roster for three years. The cancellation extended to all firearm safety courses advertised in the same newsletter, raising questions about potential external pressure and violations of state law requiring such courses.

This video discusses a lawsuit filed by Baltimore City and gun control groups against the ATF. The core issue is the ATF's denial of a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for gun trace data, citing the Tarr Amendment, which restricts the disclosure of such information. The lawsuit argues that the Tarr Amendment does not preclude FOIA requests.

The Illinois Supreme Court ruled in Hart v. Illinois State Police that individuals denied Concealed Carry Permits or FOID cards cannot access their own application data through the state's Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). While the court acknowledged that applicants might be able to obtain this information through the Firearm Services Bureau, it determined that FOIA is not the proper avenue for such requests, even when the applicant consents to the disclosure of their own information.

This video discusses a Washington Times report detailing how the U.S. Postal Service, through its inspectors and an 'Internet Covert Operations Program' (ICOPS), surveilled Americans, including those participating in Second Amendment rallies. Records obtained via a Freedom of Information Act request revealed this surveillance occurred between September 2020 and April 2021, focusing on issues involving guns and President Biden's election. A subsequent audit by the Postal Service Inspector General found that certain surveillance activities exceeded law enforcement authority and may not have been legally authorized.

Smith & Wesson has filed a lawsuit against the Hawaii Attorney General's office for allegedly attempting to obstruct public records requests related to gun control laws. The state is accused of demanding exorbitant fees, totaling up to $27,000, for documents that could be used to challenge the validity of Hawaii's strict firearm regulations. This action highlights a growing trend of manufacturers pushing back against what they perceive as politically motivated barriers to accessing information.

This video discusses a recent ATF letter concerning SB Tactical pistol braces, potentially reclassifying them as NFA items. It highlights the ATF's lack of clear communication and the potential for owners of braces like the SBA3 to become instant felons without a tax stamp. The content emphasizes the financial burden and control aspects of such rulings on law-abiding citizens.

This video discusses a controversial Freedom of Information Act request made by the San Francisco Chronicle for personal information of concealed carry permit holders in Sutter and Butte counties, California. Sheriff Brandon Barnes of Sutter County is commended for notifying permit holders and declining to release all requested information. Assemblyman James Gallagher also voiced concerns and pledged to investigate legislative options. The segment highlights concerns about potential misuse of such data and the importance of transparency.

This episode of Tom Gresham's GUNTALK 'After Show' covers a diverse range of firearms-related topics and current events. Discussions include the role of Oathkeepers, considerations for hunting rifle calibers, and high-end optics from ATN. The hosts also delve into the hobby of bullet swaging, strategies for second gun carry, and suppressed AR-15s for left-handed shooters. Further topics include a peculiar discussion on hydrostatic pressure's effect on the Cucurbitaceae family, commentary on political figures' perceived hypocrisy, international gun law compliance, and the ATF's response to Freedom of Information Act requests.