MORE RED FLAGS Bills in Tennessee and Mississippi

Published on January 25, 2020
Duration: 6:36

This video discusses the proliferation of 'red flag' laws being introduced in Tennessee and Mississippi, following recent legislative action in Virginia. It highlights specific bill numbers and sponsors in Tennessee (SB 1807 by Sen. Sarah Kyle, HB 1873 by Rep. Gloria Johnson) and Mississippi (SB 2055). The speaker expresses concern that these laws allow for the immediate removal of Second Amendment rights without due process, citing opposition from law enforcement in Tennessee. The video also touches on the potential for legal challenges to these laws, referencing existing case law and expressing hope for a Supreme Court ruling.

Quick Summary

Tennessee has introduced Senate Bill 1807 and House Bill 1873, while Mississippi has introduced Senate Bill 2055, all concerning 'red flag' laws. These laws aim to allow courts to temporarily restrain an individual's right to possess firearms if they are deemed a danger, raising concerns about due process and Second Amendment rights.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Red Flag Laws
  2. 00:44Red Flag Laws Overview
  3. 01:02Tennessee Red Flag Bills
  4. 02:09Tennessee Opposition
  5. 02:38Mississippi Red Flag Bill
  6. 03:36Legal Challenges Ahead
  7. 04:18Question of the Day: Reaching Legislators
  8. 05:11Emailing Representatives
  9. 06:11Closing Thoughts

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the new 'red flag' laws being introduced in Tennessee?

Tennessee has seen the introduction of two 'red flag' law bills: Senate Bill 1807, sponsored by Senator Sarah Kyle, and House Bill 1873, sponsored by Representative Gloria Johnson. These bills are designed to allow courts to intervene and potentially restrict an individual's Second Amendment rights if they are perceived as a danger to themselves or others.

What is Mississippi's new 'red flag' legislation?

Mississippi has introduced Senate Bill 2055, which is described as a 'red flag' law. Its stated purpose is to establish a process by which a person's right to possess firearms can be temporarily restrained, raising concerns about due process.

What is the general concern about 'red flag' laws?

The primary concern voiced in the video is that 'red flag' laws allow for the immediate removal of an individual's Second Amendment rights without the typical due process afforded in other legal matters. This swift action is seen by critics as a potential infringement on constitutional liberties.

What is the potential legal future of 'red flag' laws?

The speaker suggests that many of these newly introduced 'red flag' laws are likely to face legal challenges. There is an expectation that these challenges could eventually lead to a significant Supreme Court ruling on the constitutionality and application of such laws.

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