Stinchfield Chuck Michel Supreme Court Delays Second Amendment Case Again 62017

Published on September 20, 2017
Duration: 2:27

This video discusses the Supreme Court's repeated postponement of the Prudhoe v. California concealed carry case. While not rejected, the case has been delayed eleven times, an unusual but not unprecedented occurrence. The speaker suggests potential reasons for the delay, including Justice Barrett's recent addition to the court and his individual case review process. The NRA remains hopeful for a hearing and is pursuing other cases like Flanagan and Grace to address outstanding Second Amendment questions and establish a standard of review for gun laws.

Quick Summary

The Supreme Court has postponed the Prudhoe v. California concealed carry case eleven times, an unusual but not unprecedented occurrence. This does not mean the case is rejected. Potential reasons for delays include a justice's recent appointment and their individual case review process. The NRA is pursuing other cases like Flanagan and Grace to clarify Second Amendment scope.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Supreme Court Delays Concealed Carry Case
  2. 00:13Case Postponement vs. Rejection
  3. 00:24Unusual Number of Delays
  4. 00:41Reasons for Judicial Delays
  5. 00:46Justice Barrett's Case Review Process
  6. 01:19NRA's Strategy for 2nd Amendment Cases
  7. 01:41Other Key Second Amendment Cases
  8. 01:55Addressing Outstanding 2nd Amendment Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Has the Supreme Court rejected the Prudhoe v. California concealed carry case?

No, the Supreme Court has not rejected the Prudhoe v. California concealed carry case. It has been postponed eleven times, which is unusual but does not mean the case has been dismissed. The court may still decide to hear it.

Why are Supreme Court cases sometimes delayed for extended periods?

Delays can occur for various reasons, including a justice's recent appointment to the court and their individual process for reviewing cases. If a justice opts out of a clerk pool and reviews cases individually, it can significantly extend the time before a decision is made.

What is the NRA's strategy regarding Second Amendment cases in the Supreme Court?

The NRA recognizes that not every case will reach the Supreme Court. They are strategically pursuing multiple cases, such as the Flanagan and Grace cases, to address outstanding questions about the scope of the Second Amendment and establish a clear standard of review for gun laws.

What are the implications of the Supreme Court postponing concealed carry cases?

Repeated postponements of concealed carry cases like Prudhoe v. California indicate ongoing deliberation or strategic considerations by the court. It suggests that the court may be waiting for the right case or legal arguments to definitively address Second Amendment rights concerning concealed carry.

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