Gun Rights to Supreme Court?; Stolen Gun Check; Logging Your Guns: Gun Talk Radio|5.28.17

Published on June 7, 2017
Duration: 44:24

This episode of Gun Talk Radio discusses the Benderup v. Suarez case, where the Second Amendment Foundation is appealing a ruling that non-violent misdemeanor convictions, even if potentially punishable by over a year, should not permanently revoke federal gun rights. The Trump administration's DOJ is continuing the appeal from the Obama administration, a move that has drawn criticism from some gun owners. The discussion highlights the potential for a Supreme Court ruling to establish a national precedent on this issue, which could either uphold the Third Circuit's victory or create a new legal landscape for gun rights restoration.

Quick Summary

The Benderup v. Suarez case challenges the federal law that revokes gun rights for non-violent misdemeanor convictions if the potential sentence exceeds one year. The Third Circuit ruled this unconstitutional, and the Trump administration's DOJ is appealing to the Supreme Court, potentially setting a national precedent on gun rights restoration.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Sponsor
  2. 00:24Tom Gresham's Gun Talk Radio Intro
  3. 01:14Discussion on Trump Administration & Gun Rights
  4. 01:57Introduction of Alan Gottlieb
  5. 02:19Benderup v. Suarez Case Explained
  6. 03:30Strategic Implications of Supreme Court Appeal
  7. 04:17Government's Role in Defending Laws
  8. 04:55Importance of the Benderup Case
  9. 06:02Unconstitutionality of Permanent Gun Rights Revocation
  10. 06:22Attorney's Confidence in Winning
  11. 06:55Other Legal Battles & Lawsuits
  12. 07:11Striking While the Iron is Hot
  13. 07:23Appeals Court Judges & Favoring Gun Rights
  14. 07:44Gun Rights Policy Conference Announcement
  15. 08:37Springfield Armory SOCOM 16 CQB Ad
  16. 09:09Gun Dealio App Promotion
  17. 10:06Aguila Ammunition Ad
  18. 10:47Call to Phones: National Stolen Gun Hotline Idea
  19. 11:21Caller's Concern: Owning Stolen Guns Unknowingly
  20. 13:09Discussion on Stolen Gun Databases & HotGuns.com
  21. 13:54Feasibility of Public Serial Number Checks
  22. 14:46The Flip Side: Documenting Your Own Guns
  23. 15:36Methods for Documenting Firearms (Lists, Photos, Video)
  24. 19:45Steve from Texas: Documenting Distinguishable Marks
  25. 21:27David from Oregon: Camera Phones & SD Cards
  26. 23:06David's Refined Documentation Method
  27. 25:16John Barnsinson Jones on Gun Writing & Calibers
  28. 26:40Rifles and Recipes.com & Rifle Looney News
  29. 28:00Developments in Hunting Gear: Laser Rangefinders
  30. 30:01Long-Range Shooting Debate
  31. 32:31SureFire Ad
  32. 33:04Guns.com Ad
  33. 33:36US Sportsmen Alliance
  34. 34:02FN 509 Handgun Ad
  35. 34:44First Person Defender Show Intro
  36. 35:53David from Kansas: Laser Sights & Self-Defense
  37. 36:03Paramedic & SWAT Medic Perspective on Training
  38. 37:10Using Iron Sights with Laser-Sighted Firearms
  39. 37:33Sighting Technique for Lasers
  40. 39:45James from Mississippi: State Firearm Division Checks
  41. 41:42Using State Resources for Gun Checks
  42. 42:04The Prevalence of Used Gun Transactions
  43. 43:31Current Gun Prices & Market Trends
  44. 44:16Closing Remarks & Listener Interaction

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Benderup v. Suarez case about?

The Benderup v. Suarez case concerns individuals with non-violent misdemeanor convictions whose federal gun rights were revoked because their potential sentences exceeded one year. The Third Circuit Court of Appeals ruled this application of the law unconstitutional, arguing against permanent rights loss for minor offenses.

Why is the Trump administration continuing the appeal in the Benderup v. Suarez case?

The Trump administration's Justice Department continued the appeal to the Supreme Court, a move that has drawn criticism. This is often seen as a government tendency to defend existing laws and maintain the status quo, even when challenged by courts.

How can gun owners document their firearms for insurance or identification purposes?

Gun owners can document their firearms by taking photos or videos, clearly showing serial numbers and any distinguishing marks. Storing this information off-site, such as in cloud storage or on a secure SD card, is recommended in case of fire or theft.

Are there resources available to check if a firearm has been reported stolen?

While law enforcement has access to stolen gun databases, some state firearm divisions or state police may offer services to check a firearm's serial number. Additionally, websites like HotGuns.com claim to maintain databases of stolen firearms, though their completeness and reliability may vary.

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