Californians Terrible Carry Bill Moves Forward. Nearly Eliminates Carry Permits With SB 2.

Published on May 17, 2023
Duration: 11:28

California's SB2 bill, moving forward, significantly alters concealed carry permit acquisition and usage. While it revises 'sensitive places' restrictions, it introduces more stringent requirements for obtaining a permit, including interviews, character witnesses, potential psychological evaluations, and doubled training hours. The bill also imposes a 120-day processing window and expands denial criteria, shifting the focus from location restrictions to the permit application process itself.

Quick Summary

California's SB2 bill significantly alters concealed carry regulations by introducing more stringent permit acquisition processes. While revising 'sensitive places,' it mandates interviews, potential psychological evaluations, and doubles training hours to 16. The bill also expands denial criteria and allows up to 120 days for permit processing, shifting focus to applicant screening.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to California's SB2 Bill
  2. 00:35SB2: The New Concealed Carry Bill
  3. 01:42Constitutional Carry vs. Current Legislation
  4. 02:09Positive Changes in SB2
  5. 02:50Current Limitations Under SB2
  6. 04:02Alcohol Consumption Restrictions
  7. 04:40Legislative Meeting and Bill Traction
  8. 04:58Barriers to Obtaining a Permit
  9. 06:23Increased Fees and Training Requirements
  10. 06:53Application Process and Wait Times
  11. 07:41Denial Provisions and Appeals
  12. 08:05Firearm Carry Limits and Registration
  13. 08:40Publicly Available Information Checks
  14. 09:26SB2's Shift in Strategy
  15. 10:40Bill Moving Forward in Senate
  16. 11:04Personal Perspective on California Gun Rights

Frequently Asked Questions

What is California's SB2 bill and what does it change for concealed carry?

California's SB2 bill, moving forward in the legislature, revises concealed carry regulations. It amends 'sensitive places' restrictions but introduces more stringent requirements for obtaining a permit, including interviews, potential psychological evaluations, and doubled training hours.

How does SB2 affect where Californians can carry firearms?

SB2 revises 'sensitive places' but still prohibits carry in schools, courtrooms, government offices, and places where alcohol is consumed. New restrictions also apply to public transportation and airports, requiring specific conditions for firearm transport.

What are the new training requirements for concealed carry permits under California's SB2?

Under SB2, new concealed carry permits require a minimum of 16 hours of training, including live fire, written tests, and coursework. Permit renewals will require a minimum of 8 hours of training.

What new barriers does California's SB2 introduce for obtaining a concealed carry permit?

SB2 introduces mandatory interviews, character witnesses, potential psychological evaluations at the applicant's expense, and extensive background checks that may include social media review. The state also has up to 120 days to process applications.

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