LEAKED! Doc shows Gun Carriers are now to be “Presumed guilty, until proven innocent”… BY POLICE...

Published on September 6, 2022
Duration: 4:35

This video discusses a leaked document from New York State providing new guidance to police on handling individuals carrying firearms. The core concern is a directive that suggests individuals carrying firearms are presumed to be doing so unlawfully until proven otherwise, a direct inversion of the 'innocent until proven guilty' principle. The speaker expresses alarm, viewing this as a significant threat to civil liberties and a potential precursor to broader anti-Second Amendment measures.

Quick Summary

A leaked New York State document instructs police to presume individuals carrying firearms are doing so unlawfully until proven otherwise. This directive inverts the 'innocent until proven guilty' principle, raising significant concerns about civil liberties and potential for dangerous encounters with law enforcement.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Core Concern
  2. 00:12Fighting Gun Control Efforts
  3. 00:35New York Directive Revealed
  4. 00:48Guidance for NY Police on Firearms
  5. 01:13Governor Hochul's Previous Statements
  6. 02:28The Leaked Document
  7. 02:46Key Point: Presumption of Guilt
  8. 03:03Inversion of Legal Principle
  9. 03:21Real-World Implications for Officers
  10. 03:42Potential for Dangerous Encounters
  11. 03:56Analysis and Call to Action
  12. 04:02Broader Implications for the Country

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the new guidance for New York police regarding individuals carrying firearms?

A leaked document reveals new guidance for New York State Police and NYPD officers. The most alarming directive suggests that anyone carrying a firearm is presumed to be doing so unlawfully until they can prove otherwise, a significant departure from established legal principles.

How does the new New York guidance contradict legal principles?

The guidance in New York reverses the fundamental legal tenet of 'innocent until proven guilty.' Instead, it establishes a 'guilty until proven innocent' presumption for individuals encountered carrying firearms, which is a direct inversion of a cornerstone of American jurisprudence.

What are the potential consequences of New York's 'presumed guilty' firearm policy?

This policy could lead to dangerous interactions between law enforcement and legally armed citizens. Individuals with concealed carry permits might be treated as immediate threats, potentially escalating situations unnecessarily and undermining constitutional rights.

Is this new policy specific to New York, or could it spread?

The speaker suggests that New York often acts as a testing ground for anti-Second Amendment measures. If this policy is accepted in New York, there is concern it could be adopted by other states or influence national gun control efforts.

Related News

All News →

More 2nd Amendment & Law Videos You Might Like

More from Langley Outdoors Academy

View all →