BREAKING: 27 States Tell SCOTUS to Crush Hawaii’s Carry Ban

Published on November 28, 2025
Duration: 11:36

This video from Guns & Gadgets details the legal challenge against Hawaii's restrictive firearm carry laws, specifically Act 52, which 27 states are supporting at the Supreme Court. Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen is leading the coalition, arguing Hawaii's laws defy the Bruen decision and treat the Second Amendment as a second-class right. The analysis highlights Hawaii's 'Vampire Rule' and its potential to create de-facto gun-free zones nationwide if the challenge fails.

Quick Summary

27 states are challenging Hawaii's firearm carry ban, Act 52, at the Supreme Court. This law reverses the default rule, banning firearms unless explicit permission is granted or a 'guns allowed' sign is posted, creating de-facto gun-free zones. Montana AG Austin Knudsen leads the coalition, arguing Hawaii treats the Second Amendment as a second-class right, defying the Bruen decision.

Chapters

  1. 00:0027 States Challenge Hawaii's Gun Ban at SCOTUS
  2. 00:11Montana AG Leads Coalition Against Hawaii's Carry Ban
  3. 00:31Hawaii's Defiance of Bruen Decision
  4. 00:53Attorneys General Ready to Fight for Gun Rights
  5. 01:17Guns & Gadgets: Hawaii's Unconstitutional Carry Restrictions
  6. 01:43Austin Knudsen's Strong Second Amendment Stance
  7. 04:06Hawaii's Act 52 and the 'Vampire Rule'
  8. 04:26DOJ Supports Challenging Hawaii's Gun Laws
  9. 05:15Act 52 Creates De-Facto Gun-Free Zones
  10. 06:1427-State Brief Shreds Hawaii's Logic
  11. 07:08Hawaii's Reliance on Fake Historical Tradition
  12. 08:08Hawaii's Hostile Motives Against 2A
  13. 09:50Fear of Widespread 'No Guns Unless Permission' Policies
  14. 10:28Reaffirming 2A Rights: A Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hawaii's Act 52 and why is it being challenged?

Hawaii's Act 52, enacted post-Bruen, reverses the default firearm carry rule, making firearms banned unless explicit permission is granted or a 'guns allowed' sign is posted. This creates de-facto gun-free zones and is being challenged by 27 states at the Supreme Court as unconstitutional.

Who is leading the coalition against Hawaii's gun ban?

Montana Attorney General Austin Knudsen is leading the National Coalition of Attorneys General in challenging Hawaii's firearm carry ban before the Supreme Court. He is known for his strong defense of Second Amendment rights.

What historical arguments is Hawaii using to justify its gun ban?

Hawaii is relying on historical precedents such as a 1771 New Jersey anti-poaching law and an 1865 Louisiana 'Black Codes' law designed to disarm Black Americans. Critics argue these are outliers and misinterpretations of historical tradition, as warned against in the Bruen decision.

What is the 'Vampire Rule' in relation to Hawaii's gun laws?

The 'Vampire Rule' refers to Hawaii's Act 52, which flips the default for firearm carry. Instead of being allowed unless prohibited, firearms are banned everywhere unless a property owner explicitly grants permission or posts a 'guns allowed' sign.

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