BOOM BABY! New York DRACONIAN carry laws HALTED… Sensitive places, and good moral character STYMIED!

Published on October 7, 2022
Duration: 8:13

A federal judge has temporarily blocked key provisions of New York's new concealed carry laws, citing their subjective nature. The ruling specifically targets the 'good moral character' requirement and the designation of certain 'sensitive places' like Times Square and city subways. This decision is seen as a significant setback for Governor Kathy Hochul's administration and a win for gun rights advocates.

Quick Summary

A federal judge has temporarily blocked key provisions of New York's new concealed carry laws, including the 'good moral character' requirement and the designation of 'sensitive places' like Times Square and city subways. The ruling cited the subjective nature of these provisions, aligning with concerns raised in the Supreme Court's Bruin decision.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: NY Gun Law Blocked
  2. 00:44Sponsor Segment: SDI
  3. 01:18The Fight for the Second Amendment
  4. 01:57Politico Article: Judge Blocks NY Gun Laws
  5. 02:20Details of the Federal Judge's Ruling
  6. 03:25Subjectivity of 'Good Moral Character'
  7. 03:44Blocked 'Sensitive Places': Times Square & Subways
  8. 04:53Bruin Decision and Subjective Licensing
  9. 05:29TRO Blocks Gun-Free Zones
  10. 06:04Governor Hochul's Reaction
  11. 06:50Judge Disagrees with 'Common Sense' Restrictions
  12. 07:16Timeline of the TRO
  13. 07:49Significance of the TRO
  14. 08:05Conclusion and Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What key provisions of New York's new concealed carry laws were temporarily blocked by a federal judge?

A federal judge temporarily blocked the 'good moral character' requirement for concealed carry applicants and the designation of certain 'sensitive places' like Times Square and city subways. The judge found these provisions to be overly subjective and a continuation of previous unconstitutional standards.

Why was the 'good moral character' requirement in New York's gun laws deemed problematic by the judge?

The judge ruled that the 'good moral character' requirement was too subjective, essentially replacing one subjective standard with another. This echoed concerns from the Supreme Court's Bruin decision, which found similar licensing requirements unconstitutional due to their subjective nature and broad discretion given to officials.

Which 'sensitive places' were specifically mentioned as being blocked by the judge's ruling in New York?

The federal judge's temporary restraining order specifically blocked the designation of Times Square and city subways as 'sensitive places' under New York's new concealed carry laws. This ruling impacts the ability to restrict concealed carry in these public areas.

What is the significance of the judge's ruling in relation to the Supreme Court's Bruin decision?

The judge's ruling directly references the Supreme Court's Bruin decision, which previously struck down New York's 'proper cause' requirement for concealed carry permits. The current ruling indicates that the state's attempt to implement new subjective standards, like 'good moral character,' is also facing legal challenges based on Bruin.

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