9th Circuit Court to Take Another Look at a Pro-Gun Ruling

Published on February 9, 2019
Duration: 4:52

The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals has decided to rehear a case concerning the constitutionality of open carrying firearms. This decision revisits a previous 2-1 ruling that favored open carry for self-defense. The rehearing will be conducted by an 11-judge panel, a move that could potentially overturn the earlier favorable decision due to the court's generally liberal leaning. The case, Young v. Hawaii, is significant as it could set a new precedent for Second Amendment rights regarding open carry.

Quick Summary

The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals is rehearing the case Young v. Hawaii, which previously ruled 2-1 that open carrying a firearm is constitutional for self-defense. This en banc review by 11 judges could overturn the favorable decision due to the court's liberal stance, potentially impacting Second Amendment rights in its jurisdiction.

Chapters

  1. 00:05Introduction and Court Rehearing
  2. 00:16Original Favorable Ruling on Open Carry
  3. 00:38Case Details: George Young v. Hawaii
  4. 01:14Judge's Dissenting Opinion
  5. 02:00En Banc Rehearing and Potential Dangers
  6. 02:24Historical Context of 9th Circuit Rulings
  7. 02:38Supreme Court's Role in 2nd Amendment Cases
  8. 02:54Case Identification: Young v. Hawaii
  9. 03:08Jurisdiction of the 9th Circuit
  10. 03:56Outlook and Potential Appeal to Supreme Court
  11. 04:37Call to Action: Subscribe and Stay Informed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the significance of the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals rehearing the open carry case?

The 9th Circuit is rehearing the case Young v. Hawaii en banc, meaning an 11-judge panel will review a previous 2-1 ruling that favored open carry. This is significant because the court is generally liberal, and this rehearing could overturn the favorable decision, potentially impacting Second Amendment rights regarding open carry in its jurisdiction.

Which states are covered by the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals?

The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals has jurisdiction over Arizona, Alaska, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, and both the East and West districts of Washington. Decisions made by this court directly affect residents of these states regarding federal law and constitutional matters.

What was the original ruling in the Young v. Hawaii case regarding open carry?

In July, a three-judge panel of the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled 2-1 that the Second Amendment extends to open carrying a firearm for purposes of self-defense. This was a favorable decision for gun rights advocates, especially given the court's typical leanings.

Could the Young v. Hawaii case reach the Supreme Court?

Yes, the case has the potential to reach the Supreme Court. The plaintiff's lawyer has stated their client wishes to fight the case all the way. If the en banc panel overturns the previous favorable ruling, it is likely to be appealed to the Supreme Court.

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