Constitutional Carry Updates: NE, IN, FL, OH, GA, WI, AL, US

This video details the arrest of Vontae Garrett, an Army veteran, in Ohio for carrying a firearm despite Constitutional Carry laws. It highlights a legal conflict where charges were dropped and then re-filed, with Garrett's lawyer alleging political persecution. The case underscores the complexities of firearm laws and their enforcement.

Thirteen states are taking action against Glock pistols, with California and Illinois enacting outright bans. The primary driver is the 'Glock switch,' a device that converts semi-automatic Glocks into fully automatic firearms. This has led to legal pressure on Glock to modify their firearms to prevent the use of these switches, drawing parallels to past legal challenges faced by the tobacco industry. The video highlights the potential for significant legal liability for manufacturers if their products can be easily modified to cause harm.

This video provides an expert analysis of the growing trend of Constitutional Carry across the United States, tracing its historical roots and legal evolution. The speaker, identified as an expert with extensive knowledge of firearms law and policy, details the shift from discretionary 'may issue' permits to 'shall issue' and finally to permitless carry. The content highlights key legal precedents like the Bruen decision and discusses potential future legislative changes in states like North Carolina, Wisconsin, and Pennsylvania.

This video analyzes the 2026 State Freedom Index by the Firearms Policy Coalition, revealing that many Republican-led states are underperforming in protecting Second Amendment rights. It highlights a gap between political rhetoric and legislative action, with some states maintaining outdated restrictions or delaying reforms. The report uses 22 criteria across arms, acquisition, carry, and other categories to score states on their protection of gun ownership and carry rights.

West Virginia's HB4106, signed into law on April 1st, expands constitutional carry to include 18, 19, and 20-year-olds. This legislation clarifies that individuals aged 18-20, who are not otherwise prohibited from possessing a firearm, can now carry a concealed weapon without a permit, aligning with existing open carry laws for this age group. The law emphasizes that this right is for all law-abiding legal adults and aims to enhance self-defense capabilities.

This video from Guns & Gadgets discusses the National Constitutional Carry Act introduced by Senator Mike Lee. The proposed legislation aims to establish constitutional carry nationwide, asserting that lawful citizens should not be penalized by any state for carrying a firearm in public, aligning with Second and Fourteenth Amendment rights as interpreted by Supreme Court rulings like Heller, McDonald, and Bruen. The expert analysis covers the bill's core principles, its potential impact on restrictive states, and the significant political challenges it faces in the current legislative climate.

This entry details a significant lawsuit against Cabela's concerning ammunition sales and its potential ramifications for the entire firearms retail industry. The case, involving a fatal shooting by a 19-year-old, hinges on claims of negligence and exceptions to the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA). Expert analysis suggests this could lead to broader liability for retailers if not dismissed.

This video, updated from a 2015 version, analyzes 2020 ATF registration data to rank US states by the number of registered NFA items. The speaker, an expert in 2A news, highlights that these figures represent legally owned items and are expected to grow. The analysis focuses on categories like Destructive Devices, Machineguns, Silencers, SBRs, SBSs, and AOWs, providing state-by-state breakdowns and concluding with commentary on gun owner rights.

This entry details the US Army's Modular Handgun System (MHS) contract decision, where the Sig Sauer P320 (M17/M18) was selected over Glock's submission. The analysis highlights key MHS requirements, the specific features of each submission, and crucially, the significant cost difference that heavily influenced the final decision. The Sig Sauer M17/M18 will replace the Beretta M9 in service.

This video from Guns & Gadgets discusses China's official stance that US citizens owning firearms is a serious problem requiring change. The host critically analyzes this statement, contrasting it with China's own human rights record and political system, while also referencing historical figures and current political figures like Senator Ben Sasse and Secretary of State Mike Pompeo. The content emphasizes the importance of the Second Amendment and warns against foreign influence on US gun policy.