The Most Important Second Amendment Battle...Right Now.

Published on September 11, 2023
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This video from Washington Gun Law critically analyzes Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's executive order suspending open and concealed carry in Albuquerque and Bernalillo County, New Mexico. Speaker William Kirk, President of Washington Gun Law, argues this is a significant Second Amendment battle, highlighting the governor's justification, backlash from local officials, and legal challenges like the NAGR v. Grisham lawsuit. The analysis emphasizes the potential unconstitutionality of using emergency powers to bypass fundamental rights, noting criticism even from gun control advocates.

Quick Summary

New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham suspended open and concealed carry in Albuquerque and Bernalillo County, citing a public health emergency. This action faces significant backlash from local officials and legal challenges, including a lawsuit by NAGR, arguing it infringes on Second Amendment rights and lacks constitutional precedent.

Chapters

  1. 00:00New Mexico Gun Carry Suspension
  2. 01:43Governor's Justification for Suspension
  3. 03:28Local Official Backlash and Legal Concerns
  4. 05:31NAGR Lawsuit and Legal Challenges
  5. 08:30Broader Implications and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the core issue in the New Mexico gun carry suspension case?

The core issue is Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's executive order suspending open and concealed carry in Albuquerque and Bernalillo County, which is being challenged as an unconstitutional infringement on Second Amendment rights during a declared public health emergency.

Why are local officials reluctant to enforce the New Mexico gun order?

Local officials are reluctant due to constitutional concerns and potential civil liability. The 2021 New Mexico Civil Rights Act removed qualified immunity, making them personally liable for enforcing orders that may violate citizens' rights.

What legal action has been taken against New Mexico's gun carry suspension?

The National Association for Gun Rights (NAGR) filed a lawsuit, NAGR v. Grisham, seeking a declaratory judgment and injunctions to block the governor's executive order suspending gun carry rights.

What is the governor's argument for suspending gun carry rights in New Mexico?

Governor Grisham argues that constitutional rights are not absolute and that the public health emergency grants her powers to suspend carry rights temporarily to create a safer environment, even if it means limiting individual liberties.

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