The Constitution State Shuts Down Gun Permitting & Purchase System

This entry details the shutdown of Connecticut's firearm permitting and purchase system, as reported by Guns & Gadgets. It highlights the legal challenges faced by the Connecticut Citizens Defense League (CCDL) against Governor Lamont's administration, including a federal court order mandating the resumption of fingerprinting and permit processing. The report emphasizes the alleged 'open violation' of this order and the collapse of the firearm purchase approval system, impacting FFLs and lawful gun owners.

Quick Summary

Connecticut's firearm permitting and sales system is currently shut down, preventing legal firearm and ammunition purchases. This follows a federal court order in June 2020 mandating the resumption of fingerprinting and permit processing, which the state has allegedly violated again. The Connecticut Citizens Defense League (CCDL) is pursuing legal action.

Chapters

  1. 00:04Introduction & Context: State Shutdowns
  2. 00:40Connecticut Permitting System Shutdown
  3. 01:13History of Fingerprinting Requirement & Shutdown
  4. 01:40Federal Court Intervention in 2020
  5. 02:35Renewed Shutdown & Purchase System Failure
  6. 03:02FFL Challenges & Discriminatory Denials
  7. 04:02CCDL's Emergency Motion in 2021
  8. 04:21Speculation & Broader Implications
  9. 05:35Call to Action & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current status of Connecticut's firearm permitting and sales system?

Connecticut has shut down its firearm permitting and sales system, making it currently impossible for residents to legally purchase firearms or ammunition. This includes the fingerprinting system required for permits and the firearm purchase approval system.

Why has Connecticut's firearm permitting system been shut down?

The shutdown is presented as a potential intentional act by anti-gun factions, despite a federal court order from June 2020 mandating the resumption of fingerprinting and permit processing. The state claims a 'computer upgrade' is the cause, but FFLs report system failures and discriminatory denials.

What legal action has been taken against Connecticut's firearm system shutdown?

The Connecticut Citizens Defense League (CCDL) sued Governor Lamont and Commissioner Rovella in federal court. After a court order in June 2020 to resume processing, CCDL filed an emergency motion on July 20, 2021, to halt the renewed 'egregious constitutional violations'.

What are the implications of the Connecticut firearm system shutdown for FFLs?

FFLs are facing significant challenges, including subjective denials, delays, and dropped calls when seeking verbal authorization for firearm purchases. Some report discriminatory denials for prospective buyers with 'Asian or Hispanic sounding names'.

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