New California Gun Law Forces Gun Stores To Discriminate Even If You Pass Background Check

Published on July 14, 2022
Duration: 5:16

This video from Colion Noir critically examines a new California gun law that compels licensed firearm dealers to deny sales based on a subjective 'reasonable cause to believe' standard, even if a buyer passes a federal background check. Noir argues this law, signed by Governor Newsom and influenced by Assemblymember Phil Ting, is designed to financially cripple the firearms industry through excessive civil liability, effectively circumventing Supreme Court rulings like NYSRPA v. Bruen. The expert analysis highlights the potential for widespread dealer closures and the broader strategy employed by anti-gun states to achieve de facto bans through financial ruin rather than direct prohibition.

Quick Summary

A new California gun law compels dealers to block sales based on subjective 'reasonable cause to believe' a buyer is a risk, even if they pass background checks. Experts warn this law, signed by Governor Newsom, aims to financially bankrupt the firearms industry through excessive civil liability, circumventing legal protections and potentially leading to widespread dealer closures.

Chapters

  1. 00:00New California Gun Law Explained
  2. 00:31States Circumventing Supreme Court
  3. 01:10Targeting Gun Manufacturers
  4. 02:04Targeting Gun Dealers
  5. 02:49Dealer Liability & Business Impact
  6. 03:15Eradicating the Gun Industry
  7. 03:30Legislative Strategy to Bankrupt Industry
  8. 04:45Future of Gun Sales

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the new California gun law that is causing concern for dealers?

California's new gun law requires dealers to block sales if they have 'reasonable cause to believe' a buyer poses a substantial risk, even if they pass a federal background check. This subjective standard raises concerns about discrimination and dealer liability.

How are states like California trying to circumvent Supreme Court rulings on gun control?

Instead of direct bans, states like California are enacting laws designed to financially cripple the firearms industry through increased civil liability for manufacturers and dealers, aiming to make business operations impossible.

What is the potential impact of the new California gun law on firearm dealers?

Dealers fear being held civilly liable for the actions of buyers who pass background checks, potentially leading to business closures. The law's subjective nature forces them into a difficult position, risking financial ruin through lawsuits.

What is the broader strategy behind these new gun control measures in states like California?

The strategy appears to be a deliberate effort to eradicate the firearms business by making it financially unsustainable through extensive litigation and liability, rather than through outright prohibition of firearm sales.

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