Calling for a Rehearing in the 5th Circuit - Amicus Brief | Palmetto State Armory

A recent Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals decision in United States v. DeBora has established binding precedent stating that firearm suppressors are considered accessories, not 'arms,' and therefore do not fall under the plain text of the Second Amendment. This ruling significantly impacts gun owners within the Ninth Circuit's jurisdiction, potentially affecting future legal challenges, including the ongoing Sanchez v. Bonta case concerning California's ban on silencers. The decision emphasizes a textualist approach, questioning whether an accessory is necessary for the ordinary operation of a weapon.

This video analyzes the Ninth Circuit's ruling in United States v. De Borba, which held that illegal aliens are not protected by the Second Amendment and that suppressors are not considered 'arms' under the plain text of the amendment. The speaker argues this decision sets a dangerous precedent, misinterprets Supreme Court rulings like Bruin v. DC, and incorrectly equates the NFA's registration scheme with historical licensing regimes. The analysis emphasizes the potential negative impact on future Second Amendment litigation, particularly concerning suppressors.

This video details the legal ramifications of the Supreme Court's refusal to hear the US v. Peterson case, which challenged NFA suppressor restrictions. Despite the government admitting suppressors are protected arms, the Fifth Circuit upheld the NFA, leading to Peterson's federal prison sentence. The case highlights the ongoing tension between Second Amendment rights and NFA compliance, with potential future challenges based on ineffective counsel and the Bruin precedent.

This video details significant legal developments challenging the federal firearms registration framework, particularly concerning items like suppressors and SBRs. A federal judge in Texas is consolidating two major lawsuits, the GOA case and the Jensen case, to evaluate constitutional arguments against the National Firearms Act (NFA). The core issue revolves around whether registration requirements can legally persist after Congress reduced the associated taxes to zero, potentially undermining the system's historical justification as a tax statute.

This video breaks down the federal government's defense strategy for the National Firearms Act (NFA) following the elimination of taxes on certain NFA items. The DOJ argues the NFA remains valid through the taxing power (due to remaining occupational taxes), the Commerce Clause, and the Necessary and Proper Clause. It also addresses the Second Amendment challenge by citing historical treatment of certain firearms.

This video details significant legal developments challenging the National Firearms Act (NFA). Two major lawsuits, Silencer Shop and Jensen v. ATF, have been consolidated in the Northern District of Texas. The court is examining whether the NFA's registration requirements can be justified under Congress's taxing powers after the making and transfer tax was reduced to zero. Additionally, the court is considering Second Amendment arguments regarding suppressors and SBRs. The consolidation of these cases before a single judge is seen as a strategic advantage for plaintiffs seeking to challenge the modern NFA.

Palmetto State Armory's 2025 Concept Gun Poll showcases a diverse range of upcoming firearm prototypes, including modular bolt-action rifles, bullpup conversions, and new caliber variants. Notable entries include the PSA Emerge, Olcan Bullpup Lower, JAKL in 9mm and .338 ARC, the Sabre Thumper launcher, and the Sabre-11 2011-style pistol. The poll allows the community to influence which designs move into production, highlighting PSA's commitment to product development based on customer feedback.

This video provides a comprehensive product update on the Palmetto State Armory X5.7, a PDW-style firearm chambered in 5.7x28mm. Expert insights cover its build materials (aluminum upper, polymer lower), features like a 40-round magazine and AR-15 style charging handle, and technical specifications including a 1/2x28 threaded barrel. The update confirms tooling is underway for a Summer 2025 launch.

This video from Palmetto State Armory showcases several pre-production concept firearms unveiled at Shot Show 2024. PSA is actively soliciting customer feedback via their website to determine which models will proceed to production. The featured firearms include innovative designs like the VUK rifle, the Thumper 37mm launcher, various Dagger pistol variants, and the X5.7 PDW.

This video provides an update on the Palmetto State Armory X5.7 pistol, detailing design refinements and production timelines. Cameron from PSA highlights improvements like an ambidextrous safety, last round bolt open, and Glock-compatible sights, while retaining features such as the Radian Raptor charging handle and 40-round capacity. The design is finalized, with production slated for Q1 2025.