San Diego's CW6 Visits The GlockStore

Published on March 1, 2017
Duration: 4:08

This news report discusses California Assembly Bill 757, which aims to change the state's concealed carry permit (CCW) system from a 'May Issue' to a 'Shall Issue' model. Currently, sheriffs have broad discretion to deny permits for self-defense, even after background checks. The bill seeks to remove this discretion, allowing permits to be issued if applicants meet background check requirements, focusing on self-defense as a valid reason.

Quick Summary

California currently operates under a 'May Issue' system for concealed carry weapon (CCW) permits, granting sheriffs broad discretion to approve or deny applications. Assembly Bill 757 aims to shift this to a 'Shall Issue' model, requiring permits for applicants who pass background checks and removing the sheriff's ability to deny based solely on the reason of self-defense.

Chapters

  1. 00:09Introduction to CCW Bill
  2. 00:14Aim of New Bill
  3. 00:19San Diego County CCW Process
  4. 00:35Difficulty of CCW in San Diego
  5. 00:57Impact on Glock Store Customers
  6. 01:10Range vs. Personal Defense Carry
  7. 01:20Challenges in Obtaining CCW
  8. 01:35May Issue State Explained
  9. 01:50Assemblywoman Melissa Melendez and AB 757
  10. 02:13Shall Issue vs. Sheriff Discretion
  11. 02:26Common Sense Approach to Gun Laws
  12. 02:49Crime Statistics and Firearm Use
  13. 03:01Sheriff Bill Gore's Policy
  14. 03:08AB 757's Political Fight
  15. 03:18Voice for Gun Owners
  16. 03:28Reason for Owning a Firearm
  17. 03:43San Diego Sheriff's Website Policy

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current status of concealed carry permits in California?

California is currently a 'May Issue' state for concealed carry weapon (CCW) permits. This means that law enforcement officials, such as the Sheriff, have the discretion to approve or deny permit applications, even if the applicant meets basic requirements like passing background checks.

What is California Assembly Bill 757?

Assembly Bill 757 is a proposed law in California that aims to change the state's concealed carry permit system from 'May Issue' to 'Shall Issue.' If passed, it would require sheriffs to issue permits to applicants who pass background checks, removing their discretion to deny based on the reason for wanting to carry.

How does the 'May Issue' system affect CCW applicants in San Diego County?

In San Diego County, the 'May Issue' system means Sheriff Bill Gore has the final say on CCW permits. Applicants often need to provide documented threats to justify self-defense as a reason for carrying, and general self-defense is typically not considered sufficient by itself.

What is the main goal of Assembly Bill 757 for gun owners?

The primary goal of Assembly Bill 757 is to make it easier for law-abiding citizens to obtain a CCW permit for self-defense. It seeks to remove the arbitrary discretion of sheriffs and ensure that permits are issued based on meeting objective criteria, such as passing background checks.

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