DOJ says AR15’s CAN NOT be "Readily Restored” into MG's! - The Fight For Gun Rights!

Published on November 5, 2021
Duration: 8:38

This video breaks down a recent DOJ letter concerning the definition of 'readily restored' in relation to machine guns, specifically addressing AR-15s in the context of the GOA v. Garland bump stock case. The DOJ's stance clarifies that an AR-15, in its standard semi-automatic configuration, is not considered a firearm that can be 'readily restored' to fire automatically, contradicting some political rhetoric. The analysis highlights the distinction between parts that convert a firearm into a machine gun and the inherent nature of a firearm itself regarding automatic fire capability.

Quick Summary

The DOJ's letter in the GOA v. Garland case clarifies that an AR-15, in its standard semi-automatic configuration, is not a firearm that can be 'readily restored' to fire automatically. This definition applies to weapons that previously fired automatically but are not currently in that state, distinguishing it from parts that can convert a semi-automatic into a machine gun.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: DOJ Letter Invalidation of Rhetoric
  2. 00:13GOA v. Garland Case & Bump Stock Context
  3. 00:21Sponsor Break: Cellmark Family of Brands
  4. 00:50Welcome & Show Introduction
  5. 01:09DOJ Letter Breakdown Begins
  6. 01:25Letter Addressed to Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals
  7. 01:33DOJ Appellate Council: Mark B. Stern
  8. 01:40Court's Request for Clarification: 'Readily Restored'
  9. 01:59Statutory Definition of Machine Gun
  10. 02:31ATF's Interpretation of 'Readily Restored'
  11. 03:06Example: Machine Gun with Disconnect
  12. 03:25Case Example: M14
  13. 03:34Congressional Intent: 'Readily Restored'
  14. 04:16ATF's Classification of Bump Stocks
  15. 04:24TGC's Previous Proof: Bump Stocks Not Machine Guns
  16. 05:07Question: Do all AR-15s become Machine Guns?
  17. 05:20Bump Stocks vs. 'Readily Restored' Analysis
  18. 05:42Comparison: Bump Stocks, Auto Sears, Lightning Links
  19. 05:51Key Statement: AR-15 Not Readily Restored
  20. 06:14AR-15 as Semi-Automatic Firearm
  21. 06:24Parts Transforming AR-15 vs. 'Readily Restored'
  22. 06:33Reference to Auto Sear Cases
  23. 06:45Implication for Politicians' Rhetoric
  24. 06:58Potential Implications of the Letter
  25. 07:10Focus on 'Single Function of Trigger'
  26. 07:23Overlap with Binary Trigger Cases
  27. 07:38Sponsor Break: TGC Merch Store
  28. 07:59Mention of Other Creators
  29. 08:05Call to Action: Comments & Likes
  30. 08:18Affiliate Link: Ear Protection
  31. 08:30Subscribe & Stay Updated

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the DOJ's stance on AR-15s being 'readily restored' into machine guns?

The DOJ's letter clarifies that a standard semi-automatic AR-15 is not considered a firearm that can be 'readily restored' to fire automatically. This is because it was never a machine gun and does not fit the definition of a weapon that previously fired automatically but is currently inoperable.

What does the term 'readily restored' mean in the context of machine gun definitions?

'Readily restored' refers to weapons that previously could shoot automatically but are not in their present condition. It implies that a simple, quick, and inexpensive modification can return the weapon to its original automatic firing capability, not that parts exist to convert a semi-automatic into an automatic.

How does the DOJ's letter in GOA v. Garland impact the classification of AR-15s?

The letter directly contradicts the idea that all AR-15s are machine guns or can be readily restored into them. It distinguishes between parts that convert a firearm into a machine gun (like auto sears) and the inherent nature of the firearm itself regarding automatic fire capability.

What is the legal basis for defining a machine gun?

The legal definition of a machine gun includes any weapon that shoots, is designed to shoot, or can be readily restored to shoot automatically more than one shot without manual reloading by a single function of the trigger. It also includes parts used to convert a weapon into a machine gun.

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