Difference Between May-Issue and Shall-Issue Concealed Carry States...

Published on October 28, 2023
Duration: 0:59

This video explains the critical distinction between 'May-Issue' and 'Shall-Issue' concealed carry states, emphasizing the impact of the US Supreme Court's Bruen decision. It clarifies that 'May-Issue' allowed government discretion, while 'Shall-Issue' mandates license issuance if objective criteria are met. The content also notes that some states are attempting to circumvent the Bruen decision with new discretionary standards, which are expected to face legal challenges.

Quick Summary

The Bruen decision by the US Supreme Court in June 2022 eliminated 'May-Issue' concealed carry laws, which allowed government discretion in issuing licenses. States are now transitioning to 'Shall-Issue' policies, where licenses must be granted if objective criteria are met. However, some states are introducing new discretionary standards, which are expected to be legally challenged.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: May-Issue vs. Shall-Issue
  2. 00:06Bruen Decision Eliminates May-Issue
  3. 00:17Defining May-Issue Policy
  4. 00:24Transition to Shall-Issue
  5. 00:30Defining Shall-Issue Policy
  6. 00:37States Resisting Shall-Issue
  7. 00:43Ongoing Legal Challenges Expected

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between May-Issue and Shall-Issue concealed carry states?

In 'May-Issue' states, the government had discretion to deny a concealed carry license even if objective criteria were met. In 'Shall-Issue' states, the government must issue a license if the applicant meets all objective requirements, as mandated by the Bruen decision.

Did the Bruen decision change concealed carry laws?

Yes, the US Supreme Court's Bruen decision in June 2022 significantly impacted concealed carry laws by eliminating 'May-Issue' policies and pushing states towards 'Shall-Issue' requirements for license issuance.

Are all states now Shall-Issue after the Bruen decision?

Not entirely. While the Bruen decision aimed to end 'May-Issue,' some states are attempting to implement new discretionary criteria, effectively acting like 'May-Issue' states. These practices are expected to face legal challenges.

What does it mean if a state has 'May-Issue' concealed carry laws?

A 'May-Issue' system meant that even if you met all the objective qualifications for a concealed carry permit, the issuing authority could still deny it based on their own discretion, without a legal obligation to grant it.

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