Videos tagged with New York Ammunition Background Check

This video discusses two significant Second Amendment legal developments. In Colorado, an "assault weapon" ban bill was effectively killed in a Senate committee due to public involvement and a key Democrat's concerns, though it is expected to be reintroduced. Conversely, in New York, a federal judge dismissed a challenge to ammunition background checks, citing a colonial-era Virginia law that prohibited arming Catholics as justification, a ruling the speaker strongly criticizes as discriminatory and unconstitutional.

New York State has implemented a new regulation requiring both federal and state background checks for ammunition purchases, effective September 13th. This dual-check system, overseen by the New York State Police, adds an intermediary step and associated fees ($2.50 for ammunition checks). While proponents argue it enhances public safety, critics express concerns about logistical challenges, potential delays, and the impact on Second Amendment rights, particularly for law-abiding citizens.