Developing: California Now Going After Turner's Outdoorsman

Published on May 8, 2026
Duration: 8:04

This video discusses the call for an investigation into Turner's Outdoorsman, a major firearms retailer in California, initiated by LA County Supervisor Janice Hahn. The speaker argues that the investigation is politically motivated and based on inflated statistics regarding 'crime guns,' despite the fact that all firearms sold by Turner's are legally acquired through standard background checks and waiting periods. The video highlights the potential impact on legal gun owners and the broader implications for Second Amendment rights in California.

Quick Summary

LA County Supervisor Janice Hahn is calling for an investigation into Turner's Outdoorsman, a major California firearms retailer, citing concerns over 'crime guns.' However, the video argues that firearms sold by Turner's are legally acquired through all required checks and waiting periods, suggesting the investigation is politically motivated and based on statistics representing less than 1% of their sales.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction: Big News for Copper Jacket TV
  2. 00:11California's Gun Laws and Political Stance
  3. 00:38Investigation into Turner's Outdoorsman
  4. 01:32Turner's Outdoorsman: Size and Impact
  5. 01:49Janice Hahn's Call for Investigation
  6. 01:57The Correspondents Dinner Incident
  7. 02:04Legal Acquisition of Firearms
  8. 02:28California Laws' Effectiveness Questioned
  9. 02:35The Letter to the District Attorney
  10. 02:44Specific Store Locations Mentioned
  11. 02:57Guns Used in Crime Statistics
  12. 03:04Legal Acquisition vs. Investigation
  13. 03:15Analyzing Turner's Sales Volume
  14. 03:31NICS Checks Data (2022-2024)
  15. 03:45Turner's Share of NICS Checks
  16. 04:03The 'Crime Guns' Statistic
  17. 04:13Interpreting 'Crime Gun' Data
  18. 04:34Percentage of Firearms in Crimes
  19. 04:49Factors Affecting Crime Gun Statistics
  20. 05:03Defining 'Crime Gun'
  21. 05:15Nuances of Firearm Recovery
  22. 05:35Seriously Considering the Numbers
  23. 05:47Retailer Responsibility for Misuse
  24. 05:54Failures of California's Laws
  25. 06:06Intent to Shut Down Retailers
  26. 06:11Slippery Slope for Small Businesses
  27. 06:20Anticipating the Investigation Outcome
  28. 06:31Bankrupting Turners to Reduce Sales
  29. 06:40Creating Second Amendment Deserts
  30. 06:43Investigation Targets the Chain
  31. 06:55Speaker's Experience in California
  32. 07:02Turner's Compliance and Operations
  33. 07:12Hating California's Laws
  34. 07:19Sheer Volume as a Factor
  35. 07:24Monitoring the Situation
  36. 07:28Potential Blow to Law-Abiding Citizens
  37. 07:37Call to Action: Subscribe and Notify
  38. 07:47Viewer Engagement and Feedback

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is LA County Supervisor Janice Hahn calling for an investigation into Turner's Outdoorsman?

Supervisor Janice Hahn is calling for an investigation into Turner's Outdoorsman following an incident at the Correspondents Dinner where a firearm used was reportedly obtained from the retailer. She cites concerns about 'crime guns' and states that 'something's going on' that warrants scrutiny.

What percentage of gun sales does Turner's Outdoorsman account for in California?

Turner's Outdoorsman is a major firearms retailer in California, responsible for approximately 20% of all gun sales within the state. They have nearly 40 locations across California and a couple in Arizona.

What is the 'crime gun' statistic cited against Turner's Outdoorsman?

The letter to the District Attorney cites that out of nearly 900,000 firearms sold by Turner's between 2022 and 2024, approximately 8,000 were identified as 'crime guns.' This represents less than 1% of their total sales during that period.

Does the video suggest Turner's Outdoorsman engaged in any wrongdoing?

No, the video strongly suggests that Turner's Outdoorsman operates legally and compliantly. The firearms in question were legally acquired by the individuals involved, passing all required background checks and waiting periods, indicating the issue lies with California's laws, not the retailer.

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