When Citizens Demand Unconstitutional Methods to Strip Them of Their Constitutional Rights

Published on June 6, 2023
Duration: 8:58

This video from Washington Gun Law TV, hosted by William Kirk, analyzes the unconstitutionality of proposed executive actions in Colorado to ban and buy back firearms. Kirk details how such demands violate the Colorado State Constitution, specifically citing Article 2, Sections 3 (Inalienable Rights), 13 (Right to Keep and Bear Arms), and 25 (Due Process), as well as limitations on the Governor's executive authority and the legislative process outlined in Articles 4 and 5.

Quick Summary

Protesters in Colorado are demanding Governor Jared Polis ban guns and implement a buyback program, actions that legal experts argue are unconstitutional. The Colorado State Constitution, particularly Article 2 Sections 3, 13, and 25, protects the right to keep and bear arms, inalienable rights, and due process, limiting the Governor's executive authority to enact such sweeping changes.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Colorado Gun Law Discussion
  2. 00:50Protest Demanding Gun Ban in Colorado
  3. 01:17Unconstitutional Methods to Strip Rights
  4. 02:07Governor Jared Polis and Executive Action
  5. 02:44Call for Repeal of Second Amendment
  6. 03:10Violations of US Constitution
  7. 03:18Colorado State Constitution Analysis
  8. 04:19Article 2 Section 3: Inalienable Rights
  9. 05:01Article 2 Section 13: Right to Bear Arms
  10. 05:51Article 2 Section 25: Due Process
  11. 06:20Governor's Powers and Limitations
  12. 06:52Legislature's Role in Lawmaking
  13. 07:32Amending the State Constitution
  14. 07:54Conclusion: Governor's Limited Power

Frequently Asked Questions

What constitutional rights are being demanded to be stripped in Colorado?

Protesters in Colorado are demanding that Governor Jared Polis take executive action to ban guns and implement a government buyback program. This action would strip citizens of their inalienable right to possess a firearm, which is protected under the Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution and Article 2, Section 13 of the Colorado State Constitution.

How does the Colorado State Constitution protect gun ownership?

The Colorado State Constitution, Article 2, Section 13, explicitly states that the right of any person to keep and bear arms in defense of their home, person, and property shall not be called into question. While the state can regulate concealed carry, the fundamental right to own firearms for defense is protected.

Can the Governor of Colorado ban guns via executive order?

According to Washington Gun Law TV, the Colorado State Constitution is silent on the Governor's authority to unilaterally remove Second Amendment rights of citizens through executive order. Laws must be passed by the state legislature, not enacted by the Governor with a stroke of a pen.

What are the legal challenges to a mandatory gun buyback in Colorado?

A mandatory gun buyback in Colorado would likely violate Article 2, Section 3 (Inalienable Rights) and Article 2, Section 25 (Due Process of Law) of the state constitution. Depriving citizens of property (firearms) without due process is unconstitutional.

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