DOJ Just Doxxed All California Gun Owners

Published on June 30, 2022
Duration: 5:13

This video discusses a significant data leak by the California Department of Justice, where personal information of thousands of gun owners, including CCW permit holders, judges, and law enforcement, was inadvertently made public. The leak occurred through the state's 2022 Firearms Dashboard Portal, intended for transparency. The information, including names, addresses, and birthdays, was available for an extended period, raising serious privacy and security concerns.

Quick Summary

The California Department of Justice's 2022 Firearms Dashboard Portal accidentally leaked personal information of thousands of gun owners, including names, addresses, and birthdays. This data, accessible for 24-36 hours, comprised CCW permit holders, judges, and law enforcement, raising significant privacy concerns.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: CA Gun Owner Data Leak
  2. 00:25Welcome & Overview of the Leak
  3. 00:47California DOJ Firearms Dashboard Portal
  4. 01:18Details of the Information Leaked
  5. 01:57Los Angeles County Data Breakdown
  6. 02:33Other Databases Potentially Leaked
  7. 02:52DOJ's Stated Goals vs. Reality
  8. 03:36Related Legislation for Data Collection
  9. 04:04Privacy Concerns Validated
  10. 04:17Repercussions and Reactions
  11. 04:32Legal Action and Advice
  12. 04:50Outro and Support

Frequently Asked Questions

What personal information was leaked by the California Department of Justice regarding gun owners?

The California Department of Justice's 2022 Firearms Dashboard Portal inadvertently leaked personal information of thousands of gun owners. This included names, addresses, birthdays, and details about their firearm permits, such as whether they held a concealed carry weapon (CCW) permit, were a judge, or law enforcement.

How long was the California gun owner data accessible after the leak?

The personal information of California gun owners was initially available for download through the California Department of Justice's Firearms Dashboard Portal's mapping feature for approximately 24 to 36 hours. It was only after this period that the files were removed and replaced with spreadsheets scrubbed of personal data.

What was the stated purpose of the California DOJ's Firearms Dashboard Portal?

The California Department of Justice stated that the 2022 Firearms Dashboard Portal was launched to 'improve transparency and information sharing for firearms-related data.' The goal was to help the public access data on firearms in California, including information about CCW permits and Gun Violence Restraining Orders (GVROs).

What actions are recommended for individuals whose information was leaked by the California DOJ?

Following the data leak by the California Department of Justice, authorities are advising individuals whose information may have been compromised to file a police report. The California Rifle and Pistol Association is also exploring potential legal action against the state.

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