2A Week in Review. February 11-18, 2024.

This video details the post-Bruen decision legal landscape for firearm carry permits. It highlights Gun Owners of America's (GOA) successful litigation to establish 'shall-issue' requirements for permits nationwide. The discussion also covers how some states, like New York, responded by creating extensive 'gun-free zones' and the significance of the Antonio case in creating a circuit split relevant to the Wolford decision.

This analysis details California's proposed SB 948, a 'Permit to Purchase' bill mandating significant training and financial burdens for firearm acquisition. The bill requires 8 hours of classroom and 1 hour of live-fire training, costing an estimated $400, for a Firearm Safety Certificate. Opponents argue it creates an insurmountable barrier, particularly for women, minorities, and low-income citizens, and may conflict with the Supreme Court's Bruen decision. The bill has passed the Public Safety Committee, with the Appropriations Committee being a potential final hurdle.

This video provides an expert-level analysis of the US v. Peterson case, which challenges National Firearms Act (NFA) suppressor restrictions and is now before the Supreme Court. The discussion highlights the legal arguments concerning the Second Amendment's protection of suppressors, the controversial interpretation of the NFA as a 'shall-issue permit' by the Fifth Circuit, and the petition's focus on the historical tradition of firearm taxation and registration. The analysis is presented with significant legal and historical context, indicating a high level of expertise.

Braden Langley, an expert in firearms policy and advocacy, analyzes the precarious state of Second Amendment rights. He highlights the critical impact of the upcoming 2024 elections on gun control legislation, the ongoing legal challenges against ATF regulations, and the vital role of state-level action and grassroots movements in protecting gun ownership. The analysis underscores the multi-faceted and long-term nature of the fight for constitutional firearm freedoms.

This video from Guns & Gadgets analyzes New York's proposed Senate Bill S362 and Assembly Bill A3233, which would mandate a ten-day waiting period for all firearm purchases, even after a successful background check. The speaker argues this measure is political cover for 'access control' rather than genuine public safety, citing the FBI's NICS system as instantaneous. The analysis highlights potential conflicts with the Bruen decision and the impact on law-abiding citizens.

This analysis from Guns & Gadgets delves into the potential retirement of Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito and its profound implications for the Second Amendment. The discussion highlights Alito's pivotal role in shaping modern 2A jurisprudence, particularly through the Bruen decision's 'text, history, and tradition' framework. It explores strategic retirement timing and potential successor candidates, emphasizing the critical need for a nominee who will faithfully uphold and potentially expand the Bruen legacy to protect gun rights against restrictive laws.

This guide, presented by William Kirk of Washington Gun Law, outlines tactical and legal considerations for drivers encountering mob situations. It emphasizes de-escalation, identifying escape routes, and understanding the legal thresholds for self-defense, particularly the distinction between property damage and threats to human life. Kirk, a legal instructor, stresses the importance of restraint and lawful action.

This video, presented by William Kirk of Washington Gun Law, explores the complex legal question of whether one can legally shoot back at police if they are unlawfully firing. Kirk emphasizes that while a legal right to self-defense against imminent threats of death or serious bodily harm exists, the decision to use lethal force, especially against law enforcement, involves significant tactical and legal considerations beyond mere legality. The discussion highlights foundational self-defense principles and specific legal doctrines like the Castle Doctrine and Stand Your Ground.

This video, featuring William Kirk of Washington Gun Law, details how sheriffs in Arkansas are pushing back against federal gun control measures, particularly the ATF's pistol brace rule. It highlights Arkansas Act 1012 and state code 21-1-904, which aim to prevent state and local officials from enforcing federal firearms regulations deemed unconstitutional infringements on Second Amendment rights. The Arkansas Sheriff's Association has officially stated their non-support for enforcing such rules, prioritizing focus on violent offenders.

William Kirk from Washington Gun Law clarifies that the ATF cannot demand inspection of non-NFA firearms without a warrant. While NFA ownership doesn't waive Fourth Amendment rights, FFLs are subject to annual inspections, a rule not applicable to private individuals. If ATF agents arrive without a warrant, consent is typically required, and politely declining is advised.