South Carolina TURNS on it's Gun Owners!

Published on June 1, 2025
Duration: 9:08

This video discusses South Carolina's recent constitutional carry law and Governor McMaster's veto of a bill aimed at dropping certain firearm charges. The speaker argues that charges for carrying firearms in vehicles, especially for non-violent offenses or those related to transportation laws that have since changed, should be dropped retroactively. The veto is seen as a stance against removing prosecutorial discretion, but the speaker believes it unfairly impacts individuals who would now be legally carrying firearms.

Quick Summary

South Carolina's constitutional carry law, enacted in March 2024, permits eligible individuals to carry firearms without a permit. Governor McMaster vetoed a bill to drop certain firearm charges, citing prosecutorial discretion. The speaker argues that charges for now-legal firearm possession, particularly in vehicles, should be retroactively dismissed, especially for non-violent offenses.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: SC Turns on Gun Owners
  2. 00:47Constitutional Carry Signed in March 2024
  3. 01:01History of Concealed Weapons Permits in SC
  4. 01:49Pre-Constitutional Carry Vehicle Firearm Laws
  5. 02:05New Constitutional Carry Law Explained
  6. 02:53Bipartisan Bill to Drop Gun Charges
  7. 03:20Governor McMaster's Veto Explained
  8. 03:35Case Examples: Uber Driver, Interstate Travel
  9. 04:12Traffic Stops and Gun Discovery
  10. 04:37Critique of McMaster's Blanket Veto
  11. 05:01Retroactive Application of Law Changes
  12. 05:36Distinguishing Violent vs. Non-Violent Offenses
  13. 06:12Governor's Potential Knowledge of Cases
  14. 06:50Carrying Guns in Vehicles Now Legal
  15. 07:00Prosecution of Remaining Cases
  16. 07:16Restoring Gun Rights After Serving Time
  17. 07:39Non-Violent Offenses and Restoration
  18. 07:57Summary of Governor's Actions
  19. 08:01Prosecutorial Discretion and Second Amendment
  20. 08:14Desire for Case Details
  21. 08:23Potential for Charges to Be Dropped
  22. 08:41Paying for Crimes Committed
  23. 08:55Restoration vs. Condemnation
  24. 09:00Conclusion and Call for Opinions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is constitutional carry in South Carolina?

South Carolina implemented constitutional carry in March 2024. This law allows eligible individuals, aged 18 and older and not prohibited from owning firearms, to carry handguns openly or concealed without needing a state-issued permit.

Why did Governor McMaster veto the bill to drop firearm charges?

Governor McMaster vetoed the bill, stating he did not want to remove prosecutorial discretion from prosecutors. He believes prosecutors should retain the ability to decide how to handle firearm-related cases based on their individual judgment.

What types of firearm charges are being discussed in South Carolina?

The discussion centers on charges related to carrying firearms in vehicles, particularly those that were illegal under previous laws but are now permissible under constitutional carry. Examples include improper storage or accessibility of firearms in a car.

Should past firearm charges be dropped if the act is now legal?

The speaker argues that charges for actions that are now legal under constitutional carry, especially non-violent offenses or those related to outdated vehicle transport laws, should be reviewed and potentially dropped. This is contrasted with charges involving violent crimes.

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