California Defying Supreme Court Decision On Concealed Carry Permits!!!

Published on June 28, 2022
Duration: 9:41

This video analyzes California's attempts to circumvent the Supreme Court's Bruen decision on concealed carry permits. Expertly, the speaker details how California is replacing the unconstitutional 'proper cause' standard with a subjective 'good moral character' requirement, likely leading to further legal challenges. Advice is given to apply for CCW permits in restrictive areas now.

Quick Summary

California is attempting to circumvent the Supreme Court's Bruen decision on concealed carry permits by replacing the unconstitutional 'proper cause' standard with a subjective 'good moral character' requirement. This new standard allows for investigations into an applicant's character beyond basic firearm prohibitions, potentially including personal references and social media checks.

Chapters

  1. 00:00California Defying SCOTUS Bruen Ruling
  2. 00:09USCCA Sponsor Information
  3. 00:28SCOTUS Bruen Decision Analysis
  4. 01:09Impact on California Licensing
  5. 01:40California's Response to Ruling
  6. 02:04Legal Alert: 'Proper Cause' Unconstitutional
  7. 02:53Remaining CCW Requirements in CA
  8. 03:27Advice on Applying for CCW in CA
  9. 04:09California's 'Good Moral Character' Strategy
  10. 05:08Moral Character Investigation Methods
  11. 06:11California's Subjective Character Test
  12. 07:20Circumvention Through Subjective Standards
  13. 08:11Sensitive Places and Future Lawsuits

Frequently Asked Questions

How is California attempting to defy the Supreme Court's Bruen decision on concealed carry permits?

California is trying to circumvent the Bruen ruling by replacing the unconstitutional 'proper cause' standard with a subjective 'good moral character' requirement. This new standard allows for investigations into an applicant's character beyond basic firearm prohibitions, potentially including personal references and social media checks.

What did the Supreme Court rule in NYSRPA v. Bruen regarding concealed carry permits?

The Supreme Court ruled that 'may-issue' licensing schemes for concealed carry permits are unconstitutional. The decision reaffirmed 'text as informed by history and tradition' as the constitutional test for Second Amendment violations, rejecting previous two-step approaches and subjective standards.

What are the remaining requirements for obtaining a CCW permit in California after the Bruen decision?

While the 'good cause' standard is gone, California residents must still meet other legal requirements for CCW permits. These include completing training courses, fingerprinting, background checks, and paying associated fees. The state is also pushing for more stringent 'good moral character' evaluations.

Should I apply for a CCW permit in California now, given the recent court ruling?

Yes, the speaker advises residents in restrictive areas like San Francisco and Los Angeles to apply for permits immediately. Despite potential delays due to increased applications and agencies adapting to the new legal landscape, applying now is recommended.

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