San Francisco Residents: Contact NRA Lawyers to Discuss Pending Magazine Possession Ban

Published on November 14, 2013
Duration: 5:55

This video discusses recent local ordinances in San Francisco and Sunnyvale, California, that ban the possession of magazines holding more than 10 rounds. Attorney Chuck Michel explains that these ordinances are being challenged in court based on California's preemption law, which generally prohibits local governments from enacting firearm-related regulations. The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) is also filing a lawsuit against Sunnyvale over an ammunition registration ordinance. The discussion highlights a strategy by gun control advocates to push local initiatives when state-level legislation fails, with funding from groups like Bloomberg and Mayors Against Illegal Guns.

Quick Summary

San Francisco and Sunnyvale, California, have enacted ordinances banning magazines over 10 rounds. Attorney Chuck Michel explains these are being challenged under California's preemption law, which limits local firearm regulations. The NSSF is also suing Sunnyvale over ammunition registration, highlighting a strategy by gun control groups to push local measures.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Guest
  2. 00:11Magazine Possession Ban in SF & Sunnyvale
  3. 00:38NSSF Lawsuit on Ammunition Registration
  4. 01:00California Preemption Law Explained
  5. 01:14Can Cities Enact Magazine Ordinances?
  6. 01:32Magazines as Firearm Parts Argument
  7. 02:08Past Preemption Wins Against SF
  8. 02:27Local Ordinances vs. State Legislature
  9. 03:13Local Initiative Model
  10. 03:32Historical Local Ordinances
  11. 04:00Current Legislative Climate
  12. 04:19Bloomberg's Influence
  13. 04:33Other Cities to Watch
  14. 04:39Los Angeles Magazine Ban Status
  15. 05:00Upcoming Lawsuit Filings
  16. 05:13Focus on Mountain View & Los Altos
  17. 05:49Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What cities in California are currently banning magazines over 10 rounds?

As of the video's recording, San Francisco and Sunnyvale, California, have passed ordinances banning the possession of magazines that hold more than 10 rounds. Legal challenges are underway for these ordinances.

What is California's preemption law regarding firearms?

California's preemption law generally prohibits local governments from enacting ordinances related to the licensing or registration of firearms. However, there are 'gray areas' that often lead to litigation, with arguments made that magazines and ammunition are firearm parts.

Who is funding the push for local gun control ordinances in California?

The video suggests that funding for these local initiatives comes from groups like Bloomberg and Mayors Against Illegal Guns. This strategy is often employed when state-level legislation faces opposition.

What legal action is being taken against magazine bans and ammunition registration?

NRA lawyers are available to assist San Francisco residents. The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) is filing a lawsuit against Sunnyvale over its ammunition registration ordinance, and legal challenges are prepared for other cities like Los Angeles.

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