BIG WIN: Bump Stocks Ruled NOT Machine Guns in GOA v. Garland | MMM Ep. 11

Published on March 26, 2021
Duration: 3:32

This video details a significant legal victory for gun owners in GOA v. Garland, where the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that bump stocks are not machine guns. The decision reversed a previous ATF classification that threatened to criminalize hundreds of thousands of owners. While the case is remanded, this ruling represents a major win against ATF overreach.

Quick Summary

In GOA v. Garland, the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that bump stocks are not machine guns, overturning the ATF's 2018 classification. This decision reverses a lower court ruling and halts ATF overreach, though further legal challenges may occur.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Bump Stock Victory Announced
  2. 00:17Sixth Circuit Court Ruling Details
  3. 00:35Key Plaintiffs in GOA v. Garland
  4. 01:17ATF's 2018 Bump Stock Rule Explained
  5. 01:50Initial Lower Court Setback
  6. 02:10Sixth Circuit Reverses Lower Court
  7. 02:37Case Remanded: Next Steps

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the outcome of the GOA v. Garland lawsuit regarding bump stocks?

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that bump stocks are not machine guns, reversing a previous ATF classification. This decision is a significant victory for gun owners and challenges the ATF's authority to ban the devices.

When did the ATF classify bump stocks as machine guns?

In December 2018, the ATF reversed its long-standing position and classified bump stocks as machine guns. This action threatened to criminalize hundreds of thousands of individuals who owned these accessories.

Who were the key plaintiffs in the GOA v. Garland lawsuit?

The lawsuit was led by Gun Owners of America (GOA), Gun Owners Foundation (GOF), and the Virginia Citizens Defense League (VCDL), along with individuals Tim Harmsen and Rachel Malone.

What is the current legal status of bump stocks after the Sixth Circuit ruling?

The Sixth Circuit ruled that bump stocks are not machine guns, and the case was remanded to the lower court to stop ATF overreach. However, further appeals to the Supreme Court are possible.

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