Disgusting, California Uses Old Racist Gun Laws To Justify Requiring Background Checks For Ammo

Published on February 3, 2024
Duration: 4:55

This video by Colion Noir critically examines California's ammunition background check law, arguing it's an unconstitutional infringement on Second Amendment rights. Judge Roger Benitez ruled against the law, citing its lack of historical precedent and violation of federal statutes. The analysis highlights California's attempt to justify the law by referencing old, racist firearm restrictions.

Quick Summary

US District Judge Roger Benitez ruled California's ammunition background check law unconstitutional, citing violations of the Second Amendment, Commerce Clause, and Firearms Owners Protection Act. The law lacked historical precedent and was based on justifications derived from old, racist firearm restrictions.

Chapters

  1. 00:14California's Ammunition Background Check Law Explained
  2. 00:52Colion Noir 2A Tumbler Promotion
  3. 01:25Federal Judge Issues Preliminary Injunction
  4. 01:38Judge Roger Benitez Rules Against Ammo Checks
  5. 02:01Law Lacks Historical Pedigree, Violates Second Amendment
  6. 02:22Evaluating Gun Laws Based on Second Amendment
  7. 02:32California Uses Racist Gun Laws for Justification
  8. 03:07Historical Racist Gun Control Laws
  9. 03:23Malcolm X on Liberals
  10. 03:52Court Rules on Commerce Clause and FOPA
  11. 04:16California to Appeal, Ammo Checks Enjoined

Frequently Asked Questions

Why was California's ammunition background check law ruled unconstitutional?

US District Judge Roger Benitez ruled the law violates the Second Amendment, Commerce Clause, and Firearms Owners Protection Act. He stated the law lacks historical pedigree and treats citizens as if they have no right to buy ammunition, referencing the Bruen decision.

What historical justification did California use for its ammo background check law?

California cited approximately fifty historical laws that restricted firearm and ammunition transfers to specific minority groups, including slaves, Black individuals, and Native Americans, as justification for their modern background check requirement.

What is the current status of California's ammunition background check law?

A preliminary injunction was issued in April 2020, and on January 31st, 2024, US District Judge Roger Benitez ruled against the law. While California intends to appeal, Judge Benitez has enjoined the law, meaning Californians are currently free to buy ammunition without a background check.

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