FPC, SAF, & NJ2AS Sue New Jersey Regarding CCW Issues. Could Be BIG!!

Published on November 3, 2020
Duration: 8:40

This video discusses a federal lawsuit filed by the Firearms Policy Coalition, Second Amendment Foundation, and New Jersey Second Amendment Society challenging New Jersey's restrictive concealed carry laws. The lawsuit specifically targets the 'justifiable need' requirement for obtaining a permit and the prohibition on carrying loaded handguns in public for lawful purposes. The speaker highlights the strategic importance of this case in light of the current Supreme Court makeup and quotes legal experts and advocates on the unconstitutionality of New Jersey's regulations.

Quick Summary

A federal lawsuit has been filed by the Firearms Policy Coalition, Second Amendment Foundation, and New Jersey Second Amendment Society against New Jersey's restrictive concealed carry laws. The suit challenges the 'justifiable need' requirement for permits and the prohibition on carrying loaded handguns in public, arguing these violate constitutional rights.

Chapters

  1. 00:06Introduction & Good News
  2. 00:27Federal Lawsuit Filed
  3. 00:47Plaintiffs: FPC, SAF, NJ2AS
  4. 00:59Challenging NJ CCW Laws
  5. 01:19New Jersey's Draconian Laws
  6. 01:51Attacking 'Justifiable Need'
  7. 02:08Strategic Lawsuit Importance
  8. 02:33Current Legal Landscape
  9. 03:07Governor Murphy's Quote
  10. 03:27Attorney Raymond D. Gesseppi Quote
  11. 04:00Adam Kraut Quote (FPC)
  12. 04:44Alexander Rubion Quote (NJ2AS)
  13. 05:26Alan Gottlieb Quote (SAF)
  14. 05:57Brandon Combs Quote (FPC)
  15. 06:41Call to Action: Support 2A Groups
  16. 07:20Links for Support
  17. 07:36Subscribe & Share
  18. 07:58Final Thoughts & Vote

Frequently Asked Questions

What organizations are suing New Jersey over concealed carry laws?

The federal lawsuit challenging New Jersey's concealed carry laws was filed by the Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC), the Second Amendment Foundation (SAF), and the New Jersey Second Amendment Society (NJ2AS), along with two individuals.

What specific New Jersey laws are being challenged in the CCW lawsuit?

The lawsuit challenges New Jersey laws that prevent carrying loaded concealed carry pistols without a permit and the process for issuing concealed carry permits, particularly the 'justifiable need' requirement.

Why is the 'justifiable need' requirement for CCW permits in New Jersey being challenged?

The lawsuit argues that the 'justifiable need' requirement is unconstitutional, as the Second Amendment does not require citizens to prove a specific need to carry a firearm for self-defense.

What is the strategic importance of this lawsuit for Second Amendment rights?

This lawsuit is considered strategically important because it targets states with consistently restrictive gun laws and aims to test the current Supreme Court's interpretation of Second Amendment rights.

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