Videos tagged with HB 1240

This WGL AM episode, hosted by William Kirk on March 23, 2026, provides an expert analysis of critical Second Amendment legal and legislative developments in Washington State. It details the implications of HB 1240 (Semi-Automatic Rifle Ban) and SB 5078 (High-Capacity Magazine Ban), discusses a significant federal court case in the 9th Circuit building on the Bruen decision, and urges listeners to contact legislators and support advocacy groups like FPC and GOA.

This video critiques Washington State Representative Tara Simmons for her perceived hypocrisy regarding firearm laws. While advocating for bans on standard-capacity magazines and semi-automatic rifles, she was observed training with such firearms. The analysis highlights the perceived contradiction between her legislative actions and personal choices, framing it as a 'rules for thee, not for me' approach.

This video analyzes the Banta v. Ferguson case, a legal challenge to Washington's assault weapon ban (HB 1240). The court denied an injunction, ruling that semi-automatic rifles like the AR-15 are not protected by the Second Amendment under current interpretations. The speaker criticizes the court's reasoning, highlighting its reliance on unfavorable circuit court precedents and a narrow definition of 'common use.' The ongoing legal battle and the potential impact of the Supreme Court's Snope v. Brown case are discussed.

William Kirk, President of Washington Gun Law, provides a critical legal analysis of Washington State's HB 1240 assault weapon ban, focusing on the definition of 'assault weapon' parts and conversion kits. He argues that only the lower receiver constitutes the 'firearm' for assembly purposes and that banning replacement parts for grandfathered firearms may be unconstitutional. The video highlights the confusion among FFLs and the application of the 'Rule of Lenity' in interpreting ambiguous statutes.

This video, presented by William Kirk, a legal expert from Washington Gun Law, critically analyzes the evolving 'Common Use Test' in Second Amendment jurisprudence. Kirk argues that recent judicial interpretations are dangerously narrowing the scope of protected firearms by shifting focus from common possession to the frequency of actual use in self-defense scenarios. He provides a detailed legal breakdown of key cases and offers strategies to combat this trend, emphasizing the statistical prevalence of AR-platform rifles in lawful ownership.

This video provides an expert legal analysis of Washington State's assault weapon ban, focusing on the 'Banta v. Ferguson' case. William Kirk, President of Washington Gun Law, details the legal arguments challenging the ban, particularly the state's attempt to redefine the 'Common Use Test' established by the Supreme Court. The analysis highlights the national implications for Second Amendment rights and the statistical evidence supporting lawful ownership of commonly owned firearms.

This video critically analyzes the denial of an injunction against Washington State's HB 1240 'assault weapons' ban, arguing that courts are ignoring the Supreme Court's Bruen decision. The speaker, an experienced firearms instructor, explains how judges are employing pre-Bruen 'interest balancing' tests instead of the mandated 'text, history, and tradition' standard. The content highlights concerns about judicial activism and the potential for higher courts to overturn such state-level restrictions.

This video provides an expert legal analysis from William Kirk of Washington Gun Law regarding the ongoing legal challenges to California's assault weapon bans. It details the status of cases like Miller v. Bonta and Duncan v. Bonta, focusing on the potentially more impactful Rupp v. Bonta case. The discussion highlights the legal strategy centered on the 'common use' doctrine established by Supreme Court rulings like Heller and Bruen, arguing that popular rifles like the AR-15 cannot be deemed 'unusual' and thus banned. A key takeaway is the potential for a summary judgment ruling in Rupp v. Bonta to invalidate the ban entirely, irrespective of Judge Benitez's separate rulings.

This video provides an update on legal challenges to Washington's assault weapon ban, specifically the Guardian Arms v. Inslee case. It highlights the upcoming injunction hearing in Thurston County and urgently requests assistance from individuals who were denied firearm transfers due to the ban's enactment. The Silent Majority Foundation is collecting declarations from affected individuals to bolster constitutional challenges.

This video analyzes the Hartford v. Ferguson ruling, which denied a statewide injunction against Washington's assault weapon ban (HB 1240). The court's reasoning, particularly its interpretation of Heller and Bruin, is criticized for distorting established legal doctrines. Key arguments accepted by the court include downplaying the 'common use' doctrine for semi-automatic rifles and relying on historical analogs, including later federal regulations, to justify bans.

This video provides an expert analysis from William Kirk, President of Washington Gun Law, on the U.S. District Court's denial of an injunction against Washington's assault weapon ban (HB 1240) in the Hartford v. Ferguson case. Kirk details the court's reasoning, critiques its interpretation of key Supreme Court rulings like Heller and Bruen, and discusses the implications for future legal challenges to firearm restrictions. The video also highlights sponsor Guardian Arms, a firearm manufacturer and training provider.

This video discusses the legal proceedings surrounding Washington's assault weapon ban (HB 1240). A hearing for a statewide injunction was moved from Grant County to Thurston County, as the court found no immediate injury within Grant County to justify local jurisdiction. The attorneys for the Silent Majority Foundation explain the ruling and outline potential next steps, including appealing the decision or proceeding with litigation in Thurston County.