Rare Breed Triggers v. ATF Case Dismissed...BUT It's Not Over

Published on October 30, 2021
Duration: 4:44

This video discusses the legal challenge brought by Rare Breed Triggers against the ATF regarding their FRT-15 force reset trigger. While the initial court case was dismissed, the dismissal was 'without prejudice,' meaning Rare Breed Triggers can refile the lawsuit. The speaker expresses cautious optimism about the future of this legal battle, emphasizing that the FRT-15's design requires a trigger pull for each shot, aligning with existing legal definitions.

Quick Summary

The Rare Breed Triggers FRT-15 case against the ATF was dismissed 'without prejudice.' This legal term means the case was not decided on its merits, allowing Rare Breed Triggers to refile their lawsuit challenging the ATF's classification of the FRT-15 as a machine gun.

Chapters

  1. 00:04Introduction and Supreme Court Case Preview
  2. 00:11Supreme Court Oral Arguments Live Stream Announcement
  3. 00:34Supreme Court Camera Policy
  4. 01:34Guns & Gadgets Channel Merchandise
  5. 01:55Rare Breed Triggers FRT-15 ATF Case Update
  6. 02:03ATF Classification of FRT-15
  7. 02:22Rare Breed Triggers' Stance and Lawsuit
  8. 02:41Court Case Dismissal Explained
  9. 02:53Dismissal Without Prejudice
  10. 03:15Future of the Rare Breed Triggers Case
  11. 03:36FRT-15 Functionality and Legal Compliance
  12. 04:00Concluding Remarks and Call to Action
  13. 04:10Reminder: Supreme Court Live Broadcast

Frequently Asked Questions

What happened in the Rare Breed Triggers v. ATF court case?

The court case where Rare Breed Triggers sued the ATF over the classification of their FRT-15 trigger was dismissed. However, this dismissal was 'without prejudice,' meaning the company can refile the lawsuit.

What does 'dismissed without prejudice' mean for the Rare Breed Triggers case?

A dismissal 'without prejudice' signifies that the court did not make a judgment on the merits of the case. This allows Rare Breed Triggers to potentially refile their lawsuit against the ATF with a new docket number.

Why did the ATF consider the Rare Breed Triggers FRT-15 a machine gun?

The ATF reportedly classified the FRT-15 as a machine gun without extensive inspection or research. Rare Breed Triggers argues their trigger design requires a pull for each shot, adhering to legal definitions.

What is the significance of the FRT-15 trigger?

The FRT-15 is a force reset trigger that, according to its manufacturer, requires the user to pull the trigger for every round fired. This operational characteristic is central to the legal dispute with the ATF.

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