12 New Ways California Will Disarm Its Citizens

Published on September 20, 2023
Duration: 9:52

This video details 12 new pieces of legislation originating from Sacramento, California, that are presented as measures to disarm citizens. The presenter, William Kirk of Washington Gun Law, analyzes each bill, explaining its potential impact on firearm ownership and rights. While acknowledging a recent court victory regarding open carry bans, the focus shifts to the legislative threats facing gun owners in California, with predictions that Governor Newsom will sign all 12 bills.

Quick Summary

California is enacting 12 new laws aimed at disarming citizens, including an 11% excise tax on firearms and ammunition (AB 28), making body armor illegal for prohibited persons (AB 92), and allowing red flag orders for body armor acquisition (AB 301). Other measures ban 3D printing of firearms (AB 1089) and close private sale loopholes (AB 1483), while SB 2 revises concealed carry rules and introduces sensitive place restrictions.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: California's Legislative Agenda
  2. 01:04Sponsor: Security Gun Club Glock Demo Days
  3. 02:07Why California Legislation Matters
  4. 02:46Good News: Open Carry Law Challenges
  5. 04:03Bill 1: Senate Joint Resolution 7 (Constitutional Convention)
  6. 04:43Bill 2: Assembly Bill 28 (Excise Tax)
  7. 05:09Bill 3: Assembly Bill 92 (Body Armor Ban for Prohibited Persons)
  8. 05:36Bill 4: Assembly Bill 301 (Red Flag Orders for Body Armor)
  9. 05:55Bill 5: Assembly Bill 725 (Precursor Parts Reporting)
  10. 06:16Bill 6: Assembly Bill 1089 (3D Printing Ban)
  11. 06:37Bill 7: Assembly Bill 1406 (Extended Application Holds)
  12. 06:54Bill 8: Assembly Bill 1483 (Private Sale Loophole Closed)
  13. 07:16Bill 9: Assembly Bill 1587 (Merchant Codes for Tracking)
  14. 07:38Bill 10: Senate Bill 2 (Bruin Response & Sensitive Places)
  15. 08:00Bill 11: Senate Bill 368 (FFL Giveaway Ban)
  16. 08:19Bill 12: Senate Bill 452 (Micro-stamping Postponement)
  17. 09:01Conclusion: Governor Newsom's Likely Signatures
  18. 09:14Contact Washington Gun Law

Frequently Asked Questions

What are some of the new legislative threats to gun owners in California?

California has introduced 12 new bills aimed at disarming citizens. These include an 11% excise tax on firearms and ammunition (AB 28), making body armor illegal for prohibited persons (AB 92), and allowing red flag orders for body armor acquisition (AB 301). Other measures ban 3D printing of firearms (AB 1089) and close private sale loopholes (AB 1483).

How does California's Assembly Bill 1587 aim to track firearm purchases?

Assembly Bill 1587 proposes the creation of special merchant codes specifically for firearms and ammunition purchases. This would allow for the tracking of these transactions, providing a new method for monitoring gun sales within the state.

What is the impact of California's Senate Bill 2 on concealed carry?

Senate Bill 2 is a significant piece of legislation responding to the Bruin decision. It reworks the entire concealed carry license application process and, more importantly, establishes new 'sensitive place' restrictions that are expected to encompass vast areas of California, limiting where concealed carry is permitted.

Are there any positive legal developments for gun owners in California mentioned?

Yes, there is some positive news regarding challenges to California's open carry bans. Court cases like Nichols v. Newsom and Baird v. Banta have seen a Ninth Circuit panel overturn a ban, indicating that blanket restrictions on open carry and licensing regimes are facing significant constitutional scrutiny.

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