Disarm Hate Act Takes 2A Rights From People in "Hate Crime Loophole"

Published on September 14, 2017
Duration: 5:27

This video discusses California's AB 785, the 'Disarm Hate Act,' which proposes to permanently strip Second Amendment rights from individuals convicted of a misdemeanor hate crime. The speaker, identified as Jerry from Guns & Gadgets and a former police officer, argues this bill infringes on due process and equal protection, citing examples like spray-painting a tombstone as a misdemeanor hate crime. The video also mentions similar laws in six other states and proposed federal legislation.

Quick Summary

California's AB 785, the 'Disarm Hate Act,' proposes a lifetime ban on Second Amendment rights for individuals convicted of a misdemeanor hate crime. This bill expands upon existing laws by imposing a permanent revocation of rights for offenses that may include minor acts like vandalism, raising concerns about due process and equal protection.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Disclaimer
  2. 00:33California's AB 785: The Disarm Hate Act
  3. 01:15Defining Misdemeanor Hate Crimes
  4. 01:49Bill Details & Author: Reggie Jones-Sawyer
  5. 02:27Assemblyman Jones-Sawyer's Quote & Rationale
  6. 03:02Existing vs. New Firearm Bans
  7. 03:33Due Process & Equal Protection Concerns
  8. 03:49Similar Laws in Other States
  9. 04:04Federal Legislation: HR 2841 & S 1324
  10. 04:26Speaker's Final Thoughts & Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What is California's AB 785, the 'Disarm Hate Act'?

California's AB 785, known as the 'Disarm Hate Act,' is a bill that proposes to permanently revoke Second Amendment rights for individuals convicted of a misdemeanor hate crime. This would apply even to offenses considered minor, such as vandalism or spray-painting.

How does the 'Disarm Hate Act' differ from existing gun laws in California?

Existing California laws may suspend Second Amendment rights for up to 10 years for certain offenses. However, the 'Disarm Hate Act' aims to impose a lifetime ban on firearm ownership for those convicted of a misdemeanor hate crime, a significantly more severe penalty.

What are the main criticisms of the 'Disarm Hate Act'?

Critics, including the video's speaker, argue that the bill infringes upon fundamental rights like due process and equal protection. Concerns are raised about the broad definition of 'hate crime' for misdemeanors, potentially leading to disproportionate penalties for minor offenses.

Is this legislation limited to California?

No, the video mentions that six other states already have similar laws on the books. Furthermore, federal legislation, HR 2841 in the House and S 1324 in the Senate, has been introduced to implement comparable 'disarm hate' provisions nationwide.

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