Videos tagged with Petition for Certiorari

The Duncan v. Bonta case, challenging California's magazine ban, is under Supreme Court consideration. A key argument for review, based on the US v. Benson ruling striking down a similar DC ban, has been undercut by the DC Court of Appeals granting an en banc rehearing in Benson. This shifts the legal landscape, potentially influencing the Supreme Court's decision to grant or deny certiorari for Duncan.

This video discusses Washington State's legal response to a challenge against its ban on large-capacity magazines (LCMs), which is currently before the U.S. Supreme Court. The State argues that LCMs are not "arms" under the Second Amendment and are primarily used in mass shootings, not self-defense. The speaker criticizes the state's framing of the issue, particularly its reliance on the "common use for self-defense" argument and its dismissal of LCMs as mere accessories.

The video discusses the NRA's petition for certiorari to the Supreme Court challenging the National Firearms Act (NFA) on Second Amendment grounds. It critiques the Department of Justice's arguments, particularly their reliance on historical precedents that the speaker asserts are rooted in racist ideology. The speaker emphasizes the importance of holding government accountable and rewarding actions based on merit, suggesting this NRA move is a step in the right direction.

This video discusses the case of Robinson v. United States, which is petitioning the Supreme Court regarding the constitutionality of federal criminal punishment for possessing an unregistered short-barrel rifle. The court has requested the Department of Justice's response, indicating some judicial interest, though not a guarantee of review. The case challenges the NFA's authority under the Second and Tenth Amendments, distinct from arguments based on recent tax changes.

The Duncan v. Bonta case challenges California's ban on magazines holding more than 10 rounds, with a petition for certiorari filed with the Supreme Court. The case hinges on whether such bans violate the Second Amendment and constitutional property rights, particularly after the Bruin decision emphasized historical tradition over modern interest balancing. The outcome could significantly impact magazine possession laws nationwide.

This entry provides an expert-level breakdown of the Duncan v. Bonta case, a pivotal legal challenge to magazine capacity bans across the United States. Drawing from an experienced firearms instructor and SEO strategist's analysis, it details the case's journey through the courts, its potential to end nationwide mag bans, and the specific legal questions presented to the Supreme Court. The analysis highlights the importance of this case for gun rights and regulatory clarity.

This video discusses the filing of a petition for certiorari with the Supreme Court regarding the federal ban on handgun and handgun ammunition sales to 18-20 year olds. It analyzes the legal arguments concerning the Second Amendment rights of this age group, the divided circuit court opinions, and the potential impact of a Supreme Court ruling on broader Second Amendment jurisprudence, including the application of the Bruin methodology and historical legal traditions.

This video provides an expert analysis of the legal challenge to NFA restrictions on Short Barreled Rifles (SBRs) in the case of USA v. Rush, now before the Supreme Court. The Armed Scholar details the arguments that NFA regulations infringe upon Second Amendment rights, the lower courts' rulings, and the implications of the U.S. Government's decision to waive its right to respond to the petition. The discussion highlights the ongoing legal battles to define the scope of Second Amendment protections for various firearms.

This video discusses the 'Worth' case pending before the US Supreme Court, which challenges Minnesota's law prohibiting 18-20 year olds from carrying handguns in public. The speaker, Mark Smith, a constitutional attorney, highlights the unusual situation where both Minnesota and the Second Amendment plaintiffs are asking the Supreme Court to grant certiorari. The core legal argument revolves around whether the Second Amendment, as understood in 1791, protects the right of young adults to carry firearms, referencing historical laws like the Militia Act of 1792.

This video discusses the legal challenges to New York's Concealed Carry Improvement Act (CCIA) following the Supreme Court's Bruin decision. It details how the Second Circuit's rulings are being appealed to the Supreme Court, focusing on the interpretation of Bruin and the concept of 'sensitive locations'. The discussion highlights the ongoing legal battle and the potential implications for concealed carry laws nationwide.

This video discusses the filing of multiple Petitions for Certiorari to the US Supreme Court concerning 'assault weapon' and standard-capacity magazine bans. The speaker, a constitutional attorney, explains the legal arguments, emphasizing that semi-automatic rifles and magazines holding over 10 rounds are considered 'arms' under the Second Amendment, citing the Heller and Bruen decisions. The analysis covers the potential for the Supreme Court to take these cases, the arguments that lower courts are not adhering to Supreme Court precedent, and the optimistic and pessimistic outlooks for a favorable ruling.