How to Now Carry in California (In 27 Easy Steps)

The Department of Justice has launched a pattern or practice investigation into the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department for alleged systematic delays in processing concealed handgun license applications, potentially violating Second Amendment rights. This action, alongside a presidential executive order to speed up and lower costs for carry permits in Washington D.C., signals a potential shift in federal enforcement of gun rights, with implications for other states with restrictive gun laws.

The Department of Justice, under Attorney General Pam Bondi, has launched an investigation into California for alleged infringements on Second Amendment rights. This action specifically targets the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department due to lengthy delays in processing concealed handgun licenses, which the DOJ views as a pattern of depriving citizens of their constitutional rights. The investigation signals a broader review of firearm-related laws in California and potentially other states like New York and Illinois.

A significant legal victory allows non-residents to apply for concealed carry permits in California, stemming from the CRPA v. SD lawsuit. This ruling, while not immediate reciprocity, opens a pathway for US citizens outside California to obtain a license, though the process involves specific training, interviews, and adherence to California's complex firearm laws, including magazine capacity limits and sensitive location restrictions. The process is described as slow, expensive, and time-consuming.

This video discusses recent gun control measures and legislative proposals across the US. It covers the low compliance with bump stock and trigger crank surrender orders in Massachusetts, new gun control bills in New York including expanded waiting periods and firearm locking requirements, and the SAFE Act's gun registration and license recertification mandates. The video also touches on the debate surrounding the Hearing Protection Act and suppressor sales, and legislative efforts in California and New Jersey to increase firearm training requirements and reduce magazine capacity.

This video discusses legislative efforts impacting Second Amendment rights in South Dakota and New Hampshire. In South Dakota, a Republican governor is reportedly threatening to veto bills that would allow guns in the state capital and implement constitutional carry. In New Hampshire, a bill to prohibit carrying firearms at polling places is facing opposition from Representative John Bert, who successfully moved to kill the bill in committee, allowing citizens with concealed carry licenses to continue carrying at polling places.

This video features Cam Edwards interviewing Patricia Stoneking, president of the Kansas State Rifle Association. They discuss an article reporting an all-time high in applications for concealed-carry permits in Kansas. The conversation likely delves into the reasons behind this surge, potential legislative implications, and the broader landscape of firearm rights and concealed carry in the state.

William Kirk, President of Washington Gun Law and a practicing attorney, provides expert guidance on how to legally respond if your vehicle is surrounded by a mob. He emphasizes understanding the nuances of self-defense laws, particularly concerning the use of force, and stresses that the primary goal should always be de-escalation and safe escape when possible. The instruction highlights the critical difference between property damage and threats to human life when justifying defensive actions.

This video, featuring legal expert William Kirk, delves into the complex legalities of using deadly force against law enforcement officers when faced with unlawful aggression. It clarifies the foundational principles of self-defense, including necessity, reasonableness, and proportionality, and outlines the four legal justifications for employing lethal force. The discussion highlights the protections afforded by the Castle Doctrine and Stand Your Ground laws, particularly within one's home, and differentiates between the legal right to self-defense and the tactical considerations of engaging with law enforcement.

This video features William Kirk, President of Washington Gun Law, an expert in firearms law, discussing the growing trend of county sheriffs and state associations opposing federal gun control measures. The primary focus is on Arkansas, detailing Act 1012 and Arkansas Code 21-1-904, which aim to prevent state cooperation with federal enforcement of certain firearms regulations, particularly the ATF's rule on pistol stabilizing braces.

William Kirk, President of Washington Gun Law, provides expert insights into ATF firearm inspection authority. He clarifies that the ATF cannot demand inspections of non-NFA firearms or NFA items without a warrant, dispelling common misconceptions about Fourth Amendment rights for firearm owners. The video emphasizes that FFLs have different inspection rules than private citizens.