The Bill to Protect Gun Owners, That Won't Protect Gun Owners

This video from Washington Gun Law explores West Virginia's SB 1071, a bill aiming to legalize machine gun sales by leveraging exemptions in federal law, specifically 18 U.S.C. 922(o). The legislation proposes that transfers and possession of machine guns by eligible citizens would be 'deemed to have been made by the State' and 'under the authority of the State,' creating an Office of Public Defense to facilitate these transfers. The expert analysis highlights potential legal challenges, particularly concerning judicial interpretation of 'under the authority of the state' and citing precedent like United States v. Warner, which suggests state permission alone isn't sufficient for federal exemption.

This video, presented by William Kirk, President of Washington Gun Law, delves into a critical legal battle concerning gun owner privacy rights. It examines the Hall v. Sig Sauer, Inc. case and the implications of demanding private customer data. The discussion highlights the constitutional basis for privacy and the Second Amendment's role in protecting against government overreach, citing FOPA 1986 as a precedent for data privacy.

The Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) and NRA are defending gun owner privacy in the Hull v. Sig Sauer case, arguing that forced disclosure of customer information for firearm issues could lead to registries and expose individuals to litigation and harassment. SAF asserts privacy is integral to the Second Amendment's anti-tyranny function, citing legal precedents and existing protections like FOPA.

President Trump has withdrawn the U.S. from the UN Register of Conventional Arms (UNROCA), asserting that Second Amendment rights are a domestic constitutional matter, not subject to international oversight or global data collection. This move pushes back against international efforts to normalize gun registries, which the administration views as a precursor to restriction and confiscation. The U.S. reaffirms its stance that firearms policy is based on natural rights, not government permission.

This video from Washington Gun Law TV, hosted by President William Kirk, analyzes the first lawsuit filed by Gun Owners of America (GOA) challenging the National Firearms Act (NFA). The lawsuit, Silencer Shop Foundation, et. al. v. ATF, argues that the NFA's constitutional basis, rooted in Congress's taxing power, has dissolved following recent legislation that zeroed out the $200 tax stamp on many NFA-regulated items. GOA contends that without taxation, the registration and transfer requirements are no longer justified and exceed Congress's enumerated powers, rendering the NFA unconstitutional for untaxed firearms.

This video, hosted by William Kirk of Washington Gun Law, educates lawful and responsible gun owners on five significant federal firearms laws. It delves into foundational legislation impacting gun ownership, including the National Firearms Act of 1934, the Gun Control Act of 1968, the Firearms Owners Protection Act of 1986, the Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Bill of 1993, and the Public Safety and Recreational Firearms Use Protection Act of 1994 (Federal Assault Weapons Ban). The aim is to equip viewers with essential legal knowledge beyond state-specific regulations.

This guide, presented by William Kirk of Washington Gun Law, outlines tactical and legal considerations for drivers encountering mob situations. It emphasizes de-escalation, identifying escape routes, and understanding the legal thresholds for self-defense, particularly the distinction between property damage and threats to human life. Kirk, a legal instructor, stresses the importance of restraint and lawful action.

This video, presented by William Kirk of Washington Gun Law, explores the complex legal question of whether one can legally shoot back at police if they are unlawfully firing. Kirk emphasizes that while a legal right to self-defense against imminent threats of death or serious bodily harm exists, the decision to use lethal force, especially against law enforcement, involves significant tactical and legal considerations beyond mere legality. The discussion highlights foundational self-defense principles and specific legal doctrines like the Castle Doctrine and Stand Your Ground.

This video, featuring William Kirk of Washington Gun Law, details how sheriffs in Arkansas are pushing back against federal gun control measures, particularly the ATF's pistol brace rule. It highlights Arkansas Act 1012 and state code 21-1-904, which aim to prevent state and local officials from enforcing federal firearms regulations deemed unconstitutional infringements on Second Amendment rights. The Arkansas Sheriff's Association has officially stated their non-support for enforcing such rules, prioritizing focus on violent offenders.

William Kirk from Washington Gun Law clarifies that the ATF cannot demand inspection of non-NFA firearms without a warrant. While NFA ownership doesn't waive Fourth Amendment rights, FFLs are subject to annual inspections, a rule not applicable to private individuals. If ATF agents arrive without a warrant, consent is typically required, and politely declining is advised.