We're Suing Virginia for Their Tyrannical Ban on Commonly Owned Firearms!

Published on May 18, 2026
Duration: 18:14

This video from Gun Owners of America (GOA) details their lawsuit against Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger and her administration over the state's new ban on commonly owned semi-automatic firearms and magazines, known as SB 749. GOA argues the ban violates the Virginia Constitution's Article I, Section 13, which protects the right to keep and bear arms. The lawsuit leverages Supreme Court precedents like Heller, Rahimi, and Bruin, asserting that the banned firearms are in common use and that Virginia's historical tradition of firearm regulation does not support such a ban. The video also criticizes the political figures behind the ban, including Governor Spanberger and Attorney General Jay Jones.

Quick Summary

Gun Owners of America (GOA) is suing Virginia over its new ban on commonly owned semi-automatic firearms and magazines, SB 749. Filed in state court as Gun Owners of America v. Katz, the lawsuit argues the ban violates Article I, Section 13 of the Virginia Constitution and Second Amendment principles, asserting that firearms in common use cannot be prohibited.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Virginia Gun Ban Lawsuit
  2. 01:00GOA Convention Announcement
  3. 01:30Virginia's History and Motto
  4. 02:30Political Landscape: Spanberger and Jones
  5. 04:00Details of SB 749: Assault Weapons Ban
  6. 05:00Definition of Assault Firearms
  7. 06:00Definition of Large Capacity Magazines
  8. 07:00SB 727: Carry Restrictions
  9. 08:00GOA's Lawsuit Strategy in State Court
  10. 10:00Legal Arguments: Virginia Constitution & Precedents
  11. 12:00Common Use and Historical Tradition
  12. 14:00Acquisition Rights and Effectiveness of Bans
  13. 16:00Conclusion and Call to Action

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SB 749 in Virginia?

SB 749 is a Virginia law signed in May 2026 that bans commonly owned semi-automatic firearms and standard capacity magazines. It defines 'assault firearms' based on specific features and prohibits their sale, transfer, and acquisition, while also banning magazines holding more than 15 rounds.

Why is Gun Owners of America suing Virginia?

Gun Owners of America (GOA) is suing Virginia over SB 749, arguing that the ban on commonly owned firearms and magazines violates Article I, Section 13 of the Virginia Constitution, which protects the right to keep and bear arms. They contend the law infringes on rights established by Supreme Court precedents like Heller and Bruin.

What legal basis does GOA use in their lawsuit against Virginia's gun ban?

GOA's lawsuit, Gun Owners of America v. Katz, is filed in state court and relies on Article I, Section 13 of the Virginia Constitution. They argue that the ban on firearms in common use is not supported by historical tradition and infringes upon the right to acquire and possess arms, as interpreted by Supreme Court rulings.

What are the key arguments against Virginia's 'assault weapons' ban?

The primary arguments against Virginia's ban are that it prohibits firearms and magazines that are in common use by law-abiding citizens, which is unconstitutional according to Supreme Court precedent. Furthermore, the ban is argued to violate the Virginia Constitution's explicit right to keep and bear arms and restricts the fundamental right to acquire firearms.

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