Videos tagged with Los Angeles County

This video provides a comprehensive overview of the California Concealed Carry Weapon (CCW) permit process, addressing common questions about costs, firearm modifications, qualification, magazine legality, and application timelines. The speaker, an experienced CCW permit holder, shares insights based on personal experience and knowledge of specific county regulations.

This video details a significant civil rights lawsuit filed by the Trump administration's DOJ against Los Angeles County for systemic delays in processing concealed carry permits. The lawsuit leverages federal civil rights law (Title 34 USC 12601), typically used against police misconduct, to argue that these delays constitute a violation of constitutional rights. The analysis highlights the unprecedented nature of the DOJ using this framework to defend Second Amendment rights and its potential to reshape gun rights enforcement nationwide.

This video provides a critical analysis of a Los Angeles Sheriff's Department response to an armed robbery. Featuring insights from John Correia and Mike Willever, it breaks down the tactical decisions made, including the use of a ballistic shield, the 'phalanx' formation, and the controversial deployment of less-lethal options against a suspect armed with a long gun. The assessment highlights critical errors in shield work and marksmanship under stress, emphasizing the importance of lethal force readiness when facing immediate deadly threats.

This video breaks down a critical incident involving LASD deputies responding to a man experiencing a psychotic break. Instructor John Correia analyzes the deputy's tactical decisions, including stress management techniques like 'box breathing' and the strategic use of a Weapon Mounted Light (WML) to illuminate the suspect while minimizing risk to a bystander. The importance of marksmanship and equipment confidence in high-stress, close-quarters encounters is also emphasized.

This video provides a critical analysis of a law enforcement use-of-force incident in Los Angeles County, featuring insights from John Correia and Mike Willever of Active Self Protection. The analysis delves into the legal and tactical decisions made by deputies during a confrontation with a suspect armed with scissors, highlighting the importance of continuous threat assessment and the potential for alternative force options. It also touches upon the benefits of modern equipment like pistol-mounted optics for improved officer performance.

This video, presented with an authoritative tone by an experienced speaker, details the significant hurdles in obtaining a Concealed Carry Weapon (CCW) permit in California. It highlights the exorbitant costs, extensive training requirements, and the pervasive issue of 'sensitive locations' that effectively nullify the right to carry for many permit holders. The content criticizes California's legal interpretations for making a constitutional right practically inaccessible.

As of August 1st, 2022, Los Angeles County has decentralized its Concealed Carry Weapon (CCW) issuing authority to individual municipalities. Applicants living within an incorporated city are now encouraged to apply with their local police department first, rather than directly with the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department (LASD). For unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County, applications will continue to be processed by the LASD. While the core application remains the same, there may be nuances in fees and payment recipients between local PDs and the LASD.

This video announces a significant development for gun owners in Los Angeles County: the Sheriff's Department is now issuing Concealed Carry Weapon (CCW) permits. Rick Travis from the California Rifle and Pistol Association (CRPA) provides details on this change. The video also promotes various ways to support the channel and related organizations, including Patreon, merchandise, and donations to gun rights advocacy groups like CRPA, Gun Owners of America, and Gun Owners of California. Information on training from Practical Defense Systems and sponsor mentions are also included.

Erich Pratt, Senior Vice President of Gun Owners of America, discusses the complexities and historical discrimination surrounding firearm carry permits, particularly in light of a Supreme Court case concerning the right to bear arms outside the home. He highlights arbitrary denials, corruption, and the discriminatory application of gun control laws, drawing parallels to historical injustices. Pratt expresses optimism about the current Supreme Court's potential to uphold Second Amendment rights and invalidate restrictive 'may issue' laws in several states.

This video discusses legal victories for Second Amendment rights during the COVID-19 pandemic. It highlights lawsuits filed by organizations like the Second Amendment Foundation, Firearms Policy Coalition, and NRA against local and state officials who attempted to close gun shops and ammunition retailers. The content emphasizes how federal advisories deeming the firearms industry essential were used to overturn these closures, particularly in Los Angeles County, New Jersey, and Massachusetts, though challenges persist.

This video discusses controversial decisions made by Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva and Mayor Eric Garcetti regarding public safety and gun rights during a crisis. Sheriff Villanueva's strategy included releasing inmates, not arresting for petty crimes, and discouraging gun/ammo purchases, citing ACLU pressure. Mayor Garcetti proposed deputizing city employees to monitor citizens and expressed concern over people acquiring firearms. The speaker criticizes these actions as infringements on constitutional rights and argues for the importance of gun stores remaining open.