2020 California Gun Law Update with Sam Paredes of Gun Owners of California

Published on January 4, 2020
Duration: 82:06

This video provides a comprehensive update on California's 2020 gun laws, detailing new legislation impacting firearm precursor parts, gun shows, CCW processing costs, and firearm purchase restrictions. It highlights the challenges and potential legal battles surrounding these laws, emphasizing the ongoing fight for Second Amendment rights in the state. The discussion also touches upon the broader legal landscape, including Supreme Court cases and judicial appointments affecting gun rights.

Quick Summary

California's 2020 gun law updates include AB 879 regulating precursor parts through licensed dealers, AB 893 banning gun shows at Del Mar, and SB 61 limiting firearm purchases to one per month. SB 172 raises the purchase age to 21 and affects elder care storage. These laws face legal challenges, with a focus on Second Amendment rights and potential Supreme Court rulings.

Chapters

  1. 00:05Introduction & 2020 Law Overview
  2. 01:18AB 879: Precursor Parts Regulation
  3. 04:39Defining Precursor Parts & Implementation
  4. 06:06Ammunition Law Issues
  5. 12:15AB 893: Gun Show Ban at Del Mar
  6. 12:53AB 1297: CCW Processing Costs
  7. 15:03AB 1669: DROS Fee Changes
  8. 17:35SB 61: One Gun Per Month Limit
  9. 19:39SB 172: Elder Care Storage & Age 21 Purchase
  10. 25:49Ammunition Background Check Statistics
  11. 34:22Expanded Gun Violence Restraining Orders (GVROs)
  12. 45:43Future Legislative Threats & Strategies
  13. 49:40Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals Changes
  14. 51:25Judge Benitez's Role & Decisions
  15. 57:51Magazine Ban Enforceability
  16. 58:27Ammunition Law Case Before Judge Benitez
  17. 63:11Key Supreme Court Cases (NY, NJ, Duncan, Rhode)
  18. 66:44Supporting Gun Owners California
  19. 70:19Call to Action: Get Involved & Informed

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key changes to California gun laws in 2020?

In 2020, California introduced laws like AB 879, requiring licensed dealers for firearm precursor parts, and AB 893, banning gun shows at Del Mar. SB 61 limits firearm purchases to one per month, and SB 172 raises the firearm purchase age to 21 and impacts elder care firearm storage.

How does California's AB 879 regulate firearm precursor parts?

Assembly Bill 879 mandates that all sales of firearm precursor parts must be processed through a licensed firearm precursor part dealer. This effectively ends mail-order sales of these components and treats them similarly to ammunition purchases, requiring a background check.

What is the impact of California's ammunition background check law?

California's ammunition background check system has a very low success rate (0.029%) in preventing prohibited individuals from buying ammo, while denying tens of thousands of law-abiding citizens. This raises questions about its effectiveness and fairness.

How has Judge Benitez influenced California's magazine ban law?

Judge Benitez's 'Freedom Week' ruling temporarily legalized all magazines in California, allowing residents to legally acquire millions of them. This has made the magazine ban largely unenforceable, as proving when magazines were acquired is now difficult.

What is the outlook for Second Amendment rights in California based on court cases?

The outlook is cautiously optimistic due to conservative judicial appointments and key Supreme Court cases like those concerning magazine bans and assault weapons. Organizations like Gun Owners of California are actively litigating to challenge restrictive laws.

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