Tom Gresham's GUNTALK - 5.24.15 Part C

Published on June 3, 2015
Duration: 44:08

This episode of Gun Talk features a discussion on North Carolina House Bill 562, which aims to repeal the state's Jim Crow-era pistol purchase permit law. The law, enacted in 1919, allowed sheriffs to deny handgun permits based on subjective 'good moral character' criteria, historically used to disenfranchise minorities. The bill also proposes other gun-friendly measures, but faces opposition from gun control advocates funded by Michael Bloomberg. The discussion highlights how repealing the permit law would actually improve background checks by ensuring they occur at the point of sale rather than up to five years prior.

Quick Summary

North Carolina House Bill 562 seeks to repeal the state's outdated pistol purchase permit law, a Jim Crow-era measure that allowed sheriffs to deny handgun permits based on subjective 'good moral character.' Proponents argue that repealing this law will actually improve background checks by ensuring they occur at the point of sale, rather than relying on permits valid for up to five years.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro & Memorial Day Weekend
  2. 00:13Call to Action: Gun Talk Phone Number
  3. 00:36Contest: Win a Scope Rifle Scope
  4. 01:10Supporting the Second Amendment & Gun Talk Truth Squad
  5. 02:26State-Level Gun Rights Battles
  6. 02:43Interview with Paul Alone of Grassroots NC
  7. 03:00North Carolina's Bloomberg Problem & HB 562
  8. 03:51Repealing Jim Crow Era Pistol Purchase Permit Law
  9. 04:16History of the Pistol Purchase Permit Law
  10. 05:40Sheriff's Discretion and Arbitrary Denials
  11. 06:11Michael Bloomberg's Influence and Advertising
  12. 06:30Misinformation on Background Checks
  13. 07:04How HB 562 Improves Background Checks
  14. 08:00Grassroots Response to Bloomberg's Ads
  15. 08:48Playing Bloomberg's Anti-HB 562 Ad
  16. 09:54Fighting Million-Dollar Ad Campaigns
  17. 10:25How to Help Grassroots North Carolina
  18. 11:04Open Lines: 866 Talk Gun
  19. 11:08Book Recommendations & Range Report Tease
  20. 11:43Black Hills Ammunition Ad
  21. 12:13Springfield Armory XDM Ad
  22. 12:44Environmental Issue: Vanishing Paradise
  23. 13:46LaserLyte Training System Ad
  24. 14:22Back to Open Lines & Range Report
  25. 14:43Caller: Tyler from Houston, TX (Ruger SR22)
  26. 15:48Discussion: Ruger SR9C Trigger
  27. 16:07Comparison: Ruger vs. HK P2000 Carry
  28. 16:19Caller Request: Remington 600 Mohawk Revival
  29. 17:25Winchester Model 88 & 100 Revival Rumors
  30. 17:58Caller: Matthew from Louisiana (Book Recommendations)
  31. 18:04Book: 'Control' by Glen Beck
  32. 18:29Book: 'More Guns, Less Crime' by John Lott
  33. 18:57Book: 'The Bias Against Guns' by John Lott
  34. 19:20Media Bias Against Guns
  35. 20:35Michael Bloomberg as a Threat to Civil Rights
  36. 21:12Government Monopoly on Force
  37. 22:33Memorial Day Weekend Edition Recap
  38. 22:44Back to Gun Talk & Open Lines
  39. 22:51Caller: Wally from Shreveport, LA (AK-47 & Obama)
  40. 23:51AK-47 Caliber and Reputation
  41. 24:48President Obama on Officer Presence & Global Warming
  42. 26:47Caller: Jim from Kansas (Glock Discussion)
  43. 27:11Tom Gresham's Personal Glock Preferences
  44. 28:56Shift Back to Double Stack Carry
  45. 29:59Commercial Break
  46. 30:37Smith & Wesson Bodyguard Ad
  47. 31:02WhereToShoot.org Resource
  48. 31:28Ruger American Rifle Ad
  49. 32:04Timney Triggers Ad
  50. 32:40Quadruple Murder in DC Area & Gun Control Links
  51. 34:06Jackson, MS Incident: Doctor Shoots Attacker
  52. 35:13Importance of Carrying a Firearm
  53. 35:41Caller: Crystal from Farmerville, LA (Holocaust & Gun Control)
  54. 36:42Gun Registration and Confiscation Link
  55. 37:23Caller: Chris from Kansas (Henry Big Boy .45 Colt)
  56. 38:14Praise for Henry Repeating Arms
  57. 39:26After Show / Podcast Tease
  58. 39:46Memorial Day Shooting Safety
  59. 40:09No Alcohol While Shooting Rule
  60. 40:50Encouraging Shooting with Kids
  61. 41:25Military Service as a Character Builder
  62. 43:45Thank You to Veterans
  63. 43:58Outro

Frequently Asked Questions

What is North Carolina House Bill 562?

North Carolina House Bill 562 is proposed legislation aimed at repealing the state's Jim Crow-era pistol purchase permit law. This law historically allowed sheriffs to deny handgun permits based on subjective criteria, and its repeal would streamline handgun purchases by ensuring background checks occur at the point of sale.

How did the old NC pistol purchase permit law function?

The old North Carolina pistol purchase permit law, enacted in 1919, required individuals to obtain a permit from their local sheriff before buying a handgun. Sheriffs could deny these permits based on a subjective 'good moral character' assessment, which was historically used to discriminate against minorities and could be applied arbitrarily.

What is the argument against Michael Bloomberg's involvement in NC gun legislation?

Critics argue that Michael Bloomberg, through his funded organizations like Moms Demand Action, spends millions to promote gun control measures that are based on misinformation. His campaigns often misrepresent legislation like HB 562, claiming it abolishes background checks when it actually aims to improve their timing and effectiveness.

How does repealing the NC pistol purchase permit law improve background checks?

Repealing the current permit system, which issues a permit valid for up to five years, would ensure that background checks are conducted at the point of sale. This prevents individuals who obtain a permit and later become disqualified from legally purchasing a firearm, thus enhancing the effectiveness of the NICS system.

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