GREAT 2A WIN: HAWAII CONCEDES CCW FIGHT!

Published on April 5, 2024
Duration: 11:10

This video discusses a significant victory for Second Amendment rights in Hawaii, where Blake Day was granted a concealed carry permit after suing the County of Hawaii. The case highlights the unconstitutionality of discretionary licensing practices, particularly regarding 'good moral character' assessments, as established by the Supreme Court's Bruen decision. The settlement emphasizes the need for objective standards in permit issuance, rather than subjective opinions of licensing officials.

Quick Summary

In Blake Day v. County of Hawaii, the County conceded the case, leading to Blake Day being issued a concealed carry permit. This settlement recognized his Second Amendment rights and highlighted the unconstitutionality of discretionary licensing practices, aligning with the Supreme Court's Bruen decision.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Fighting for Freedom
  2. 01:02Host Introduction: Mark Smith
  3. 01:16Happy News: Blake Day v. County of Hawaii
  4. 02:03Blake Day's Permit Denial
  5. 03:01Hawaii's Shocking Gun Record
  6. 03:39Hawaii Police Department Manual
  7. 04:25County Concedes: Day Wins CCW
  8. 05:04Stipulation Details
  9. 05:34Metaphor: Punching a Bully
  10. 06:09The Argument Against Discretion
  11. 06:31Bruen Footnote 9 Explained
  12. 07:17Supreme Court on Objective Standards
  13. 08:04Blake Day Case Briefing
  14. 08:23Constitutional Rights: No 'Mother May I'
  15. 09:20Celebrating Blake Day's Victory
  16. 09:26Pressing the Issue: Legal Action
  17. 10:06Attorney's Fees
  18. 10:28Congratulations and Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the outcome of Blake Day v. County of Hawaii regarding concealed carry permits?

In Blake Day v. County of Hawaii, the County of Hawaii conceded the case, leading to Blake Day being issued a concealed carry permit. This settlement recognized his Second Amendment rights and highlighted the unconstitutionality of discretionary licensing practices.

How did the Bruen decision impact concealed carry laws in Hawaii?

The Supreme Court's Bruen decision compelled Hawaii, including the County of Hawaii, to issue concealed carry permits. It emphasized that 'shall-issue' systems must rely on objective standards, not the subjective discretion or opinions of licensing officials.

What is the significance of 'good moral character' in concealed carry permit applications after Bruen?

After Bruen, 'good moral character' assessments used for discretionary denial of concealed carry permits are unconstitutional. Licensing officials can only check for objective criteria, such as felony convictions, not form personal opinions about an applicant's suitability.

Can legal action be an effective way to secure Second Amendment rights in restrictive states?

Yes, the Blake Day case in Hawaii demonstrates that legal action, including lawsuits and motions for preliminary injunctions, can be effective. When faced with such challenges, governments may concede and grant the sought-after rights, like a concealed carry permit.

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