YOU CAN HELP SUE CALIFORNIA!!! - CCW LEAK UPDATE

Published on July 6, 2022
Duration: 8:13

This video discusses a significant leak of personal information from the California Department of Justice, affecting individuals who applied for Concealed Carry Weapons (CCW) permits between 2012 and late 2021. The leak potentially exposed names, addresses, driver's license numbers, and could be cross-referenced with gun ownership data. It highlights ongoing legal actions, including a class-action lawsuit filed by the National Association for Gun Rights (NAGR) and separate legal efforts by the California Rifle and Pistol Association (CRPA), Gun Owners of California (GOC), and Michelle and Associates.

Quick Summary

The California Department of Justice experienced a significant data leak exposing personal information of CCW permit applicants, including names, addresses, and driver's license numbers. This data could be cross-referenced with gun purchase records. Legal action is underway, with NAGR filing a class-action suit and CRPA, GOC, and Michelle & Associates also pursuing litigation.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to CCW Leak
  2. 00:19California DOJ CCW Leak Details
  3. 01:13How the CCW Data Was Leaked
  4. 02:24Personal Information Exposed
  5. 03:13Connecting CCW Data to Gun Ownership
  6. 04:23Lawsuits Against the Leak
  7. 04:43CRPA, GOC, Michelle & Associates Lawsuit Efforts
  8. 05:34Comparing Legal Organizations
  9. 05:57How to Get Involved
  10. 07:04California AG's Response
  11. 07:36Concerns Over Firearm Data Exposure
  12. 07:47Data Circulation and Personal Impact

Frequently Asked Questions

What personal information was leaked from the California CCW database?

The California Department of Justice leak potentially exposed the full name, address, and driver's license number of individuals who applied for a CCW permit between 2012 and late 2021. This information could be used to identify firearms owned by these individuals.

Who is filing lawsuits over the California CCW data leak?

Several organizations are pursuing legal action. The National Association for Gun Rights (NAGR) has filed a class-action lawsuit. Additionally, the California Rifle and Pistol Association (CRPA), Gun Owners of California (GOC), and Michelle and Associates are working together to file their own lawsuits.

What was the California Attorney General's response to the CCW leak?

The California Attorney General stated that financial information like bank details and Social Security numbers were not compromised. They offered credit monitoring services, which the speaker suggests does not address the core concern of firearm ownership data being exposed.

Which legal organizations are recommended for those affected by the California CCW leak?

The speaker recommends CRPA, GOC, and Michelle and Associates due to their strong track record in California courts, citing their involvement in cases like Duncan v. Bonta. They are seen as having a better chance of success in this specific situation.

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