Newspaper Secretly Requests Personal Information of Gun Owners

Published on February 2, 2020
Duration: 9:50

This video discusses a controversial Freedom of Information Act request made by the San Francisco Chronicle for personal information of concealed carry permit holders in Sutter and Butte counties, California. Sheriff Brandon Barnes of Sutter County is commended for notifying permit holders and declining to release all requested information. Assemblyman James Gallagher also voiced concerns and pledged to investigate legislative options. The segment highlights concerns about potential misuse of such data and the importance of transparency.

Quick Summary

The San Francisco Chronicle requested personal identifying information of concealed carry permit holders from California sheriffs. Sheriff Brandon Barnes notified permit holders and declined to release sensitive data, while Assemblyman James Gallagher is exploring legislative options to protect CCW information privacy.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro & Channel Support
  2. 00:32New Sponsor: GunPro Deals
  3. 00:49SF Chronicle FOIA Request
  4. 01:03Identifying Info of CCW Holders
  5. 01:46Sheriff Barnes' Admirable Response
  6. 01:56Sheriff's Letter to Permit Holders
  7. 02:30Newspaper's Motives Unclear
  8. 03:00Past Data Release Incidents
  9. 03:45Risk of Data Misuse
  10. 04:09SF Chronicle Editor's Response
  11. 04:12Audrey Cooper's Statement
  12. 04:37Journalists in Danger Claim
  13. 05:10Reporter Receives Death Threats
  14. 05:29Investigating Trends vs. Privacy
  15. 05:57Assemblyman James Gallagher Involved
  16. 06:04Gallagher's Facebook Post
  17. 06:20Exempting CCW Info from Disclosure
  18. 06:39Gallagher's Stand-Up Action
  19. 07:07Sheriff's Response to Editor
  20. 07:19Sheriffs Not to Blame
  21. 07:35Law-Abiding Gun Owners
  22. 07:53Reporter's Life Not Jeopardized
  23. 08:06Gun Owners Not a Threat
  24. 08:25SF Chronicle Barking Up Wrong Tree
  25. 08:48Conclusion & Call to Action
  26. 08:55Pattern of Such Requests
  27. 09:37Subscribe to Guns & Gadgets

Frequently Asked Questions

What controversial request did the San Francisco Chronicle make regarding gun owners in California?

The San Francisco Chronicle submitted Freedom of Information Act requests to sheriffs in Butte and Sutter counties, California, seeking personal identifying information of individuals who hold concealed carry permits.

How did Sheriff Brandon Barnes of Sutter County respond to the San Francisco Chronicle's request?

Sheriff Brandon Barnes notified all concealed carry permit holders in his county about the request and personally declined to provide much of the sensitive information, while still releasing legally required details like permit numbers and dates.

What are the concerns surrounding the San Francisco Chronicle's request for CCW holder information?

Concerns include the potential misuse of personal data, similar to past incidents where released information put permit holders at risk. Critics question the newspaper's motives for seeking this specific data.

What action did Assemblyman James Gallagher take regarding the CCW information request?

Assemblyman James Gallagher acknowledged the request and stated he was investigating legislative measures to exempt CCW permit information from public disclosure, emphasizing the privacy interests of permit holders.

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