Major 2A Lawsuit: Do Gun Rights Stop at State Borders?

Published on March 10, 2026
Duration: 13:29

This video details a significant federal lawsuit challenging Hawaii's ban on non-residents carrying firearms. The lawsuit, filed by Jonathan Solinsky and the Hawaii Rifle Association, argues that Hawaii Revised Statute 134-9, subsection Alpha 5, violates the Second Amendment by requiring residency for concealed carry permits. The case hinges on the Supreme Court's Bruen decision, asserting that historical evidence supports the right of travelers to carry arms for self-defense, making Hawaii's strict residency requirement an unconstitutional outlier.

Quick Summary

A federal lawsuit challenges Hawaii's ban on non-residents carrying firearms, arguing it violates the Second Amendment. The case, citing the Supreme Court's Bruen decision, asserts that historical evidence supports travelers' rights to carry arms, making Hawaii's residency requirement an unconstitutional outlier.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Major Federal Lawsuit for Travelers
  2. 00:41Hawaii's Non-Resident Carry Ban
  3. 01:16Lawsuit Details and Constitutional Arguments
  4. 01:57Non-Residents Barred from Carrying
  5. 02:29Plaintiff Jonathan Solinsky's Case
  6. 03:27Broader Impact for Travelers
  7. 03:55Bruen Test and Historical Evidence
  8. 06:55Historical Analogues for Traveler Carry
  9. 07:32Hawaii as an Outlier State
  10. 08:11Hawaii's Discretionary Open Carry
  11. 09:09Applying the Bruen Standard
  12. 09:40Lawsuit's Requested Relief and Impact
  13. 10:29Travel and Reciprocity Implications
  14. 11:39Conclusion and Call to Action
  15. 12:46Audience Engagement on Carry Rights

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main legal challenge against Hawaii's firearm carry laws?

A federal lawsuit challenges Hawaii's Revised Statute 134-9, subsection Alpha 5, which requires residency for concealed carry permits. The suit argues this ban on non-residents carrying firearms violates the Second Amendment, particularly after the Supreme Court's Bruen decision.

How does the Bruen decision apply to Hawaii's non-resident carry ban?

The Bruen decision mandates that firearm restrictions must align with historical tradition. Plaintiffs argue that historical evidence shows travelers historically had the right to carry arms, making Hawaii's residency requirement an unconstitutional outlier that cannot meet the Bruen standard.

Who is the primary plaintiff in the lawsuit against Hawaii's carry ban?

The main plaintiff is Jonathan Solinsky, a Virginia resident who was denied a concealed carry permit in Hawaii solely because he is not a Hawaii resident. He met all other qualifications, including training and background checks.

What are the potential implications of this lawsuit for gun owners who travel?

If successful, this lawsuit could force Hawaii to allow non-residents to apply for carry permits, similar to how other states have had to change their laws post-Bruen. This could set a precedent for other states with similar residency-based restrictions on carrying firearms.

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