Mo Supreme Court Is About To Shoot A Hole In The ATF & DOJ Anti 2nd Amendment Efforts

Published on February 7, 2022
Duration: 6:42

The Missouri Supreme Court heard arguments regarding the state's Second Amendment Preservation Law, which prohibits federal and local agencies from enforcing anti-Second Amendment practices. The lawsuit involves the state of Missouri being sued by St. Louis, St. Louis County, and Jackson County, with the Department of Justice also involved. Arguments centered on the intelligibility of federal laws for local enforcement and the impact of the state law on federal operations. The speaker suggests the court may dismiss the case, potentially on technical grounds, and highlights concerns about federal overreach, citing an ATF case involving a World War II veteran.

Quick Summary

Missouri's Second Amendment Preservation Law prohibits federal and local agencies from enforcing anti-Second Amendment practices. The state is being sued by St. Louis, St. Louis County, and Jackson County, with the DOJ involved. Arguments focused on the law's intelligibility and its impact on federal operations, including concerns about ATF actions.

Chapters

  1. 00:18Missouri's Second Amendment Preservation Law
  2. 00:40Lawsuit Against Missouri's Law
  3. 01:12Arguments from Plaintiffs' Attorneys
  4. 02:20DOJ Attorney's Testimony
  5. 03:05Defense Arguments and Judge's Reaction
  6. 03:50State Attorney's Insights and ATF Case Example
  7. 05:45Court's Apparent Stance and DOJ's Experience

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Missouri's Second Amendment Preservation Law?

Missouri's Second Amendment Preservation Law, enacted by the state, prohibits any federal or local agency from enforcing practices that are considered anti-Second Amendment within the state's jurisdiction. This law is central to ongoing legal challenges.

Who is suing the state of Missouri over its Second Amendment Preservation Law?

The state of Missouri is being sued by the City of St. Louis, St. Louis County, and Jackson County. The Department of Justice is also involved in the legal proceedings concerning the enforcement of this state law.

What were the main arguments presented in the Missouri Supreme Court case?

Plaintiffs argued the state law is an 'unintelligible statute' confusing for law enforcement. The DOJ claimed the law hinders federal operations and cooperation. The defense sought dismissal of the lawsuit.

What concerns were raised about federal agency actions in Missouri?

Concerns include federal employees being stopped, crime labs and highway patrol refusing cooperation with the DOJ, and an ATF case where a WWII veteran was allegedly arrested before committing a crime for attempting to purchase relic firearms.

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