“This female was defenseless. He began to brutally beat her — kneeing her and slamming her head against the ground,” Sanders recounted. As the situation escalated…
California
Black Bear Shot with .22 Rifle Inside California Home
On Monday, May 27, a cinnamon color phase of the common black bear entered the home of a long-time resident of Lake Tahoe, California.
Monrovia Woman Successfully Defends Home, Fatally Shoots Armed Intruder ~ VIDEO
According to the LA County Sheriff, a man attempted to stab the woman and another man inside the home and in self-defense, the woman discharged her firearm, ultimately killing the attacker.
Court Finds Convicted Felons have Second Amendment Rights
A three judge panel in the Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit has found the federal ban on the exercise of rights protected by the Second Amendment, for non-violent felons, is unconstitutional in the case of US v Duarte.
California Granted Stay on Summary Judgement Against One Gun A Month Law
A three judge administrative panel on the Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit granted a stay of the summary judgement against the State of California in the One Gun a Month case.
Blackhawk Manufacturing Group, Inc. (dba 80 Percent Arms) Settles Legal Dispute With California
Blackhawk Manufacturing Group, Inc. (BMG) has successfully resolved our prolonged legal dispute with the State of California.
California Ban on Carrying Firearms for Non-Residents Challenged
A lawsuit is challenging the power of the State of California to infringe on the rights of non-residents to carry arms, as protected by the Second Amendment.
Motion for Summary Judgment Filed in Lawsuit Challenging California’s Age-Based Firearm Purchase Ban
FPC announced the filing of a motion for summary judgment in their lawsuit challenging California’s age-based ban on firearms purchases by peaceable adults under the age of 21.
SAF Wins Summary Judgement in Cal. One Gun a Month Challenge
The Second Amendment Foundation has been granted summary judgement in a federal challenge of California’s One-Gun-A-Month (OGM) purchase law.
Dueling Motions Filed in Knife Rights Challenge to Cal.’s Switchblade Knife BAN
Motions for Summary Judgement have been filed by both sides in Knife Rights’ federal lawsuit challenging the constitutionality under the Second Amendment of California’s complete ban on common automatic knives 2-inches and greater that the State prohibits as illegal “switchblades.”
California Violated the Constitution AGAIN by Disarming Individuals Based on Vacated Offenses
The judge ruled non-violent felonies are insufficient to deny someone their Second Amendment rights, especially if they occurred decades ago.
FPC AND FPCAF WIN: California Judge Rules Against Unconstitutional Gun Ban Policy
A California judge ruled against the state’s laws that prevent people from exercising their Second Amendment rights that were fully restored after their non-violent felony convictions in other states were vacated and nullified.
Judge Grants Summary Judgment Against Ca Law Denying Restored Gun Rights
…the Court concludes that California has violated the Second Amendment rights of the individual plaintiffs who had prior felony convictions…
California’s Billy Club Ban Ruled Unconstitutional
Learn about the recent legal case involving the ban on short clubs and the Second Amendment. Dive into the Ninth Circuit’s interpretation and the implications for gun rights.
Court Strikes Down California Ban on Billy Clubs, Citing 2nd Amendment Rights
In the court’s opinion, the Second Amendment guarantees citizens the right to defend themselves, not only with firearms but also with less-than-lethal weapons.
California Slapped for Unconstitutional Law Allowing Frivolous Lawsuits Against Gun Lobby
The court enjoined CA from suing the firearm industry under this unconstitutional law in an attempt to impose its anti freedom policy choices on its Sister states…
Tyrannical California Gun Insurance Bill is ‘Straight Outta Compton’
It’s fair to ask at this point just what Gipson is trying to do and who he hopes to burden with this in-your-face “law-abiding” gun owner harassment– and why.
9th Circuit Court Turns Down En Banc Chance to Rule on 2nd Amendment in Junior Sports Magazines, Inc. v. Bonta
“It seems like forever since the 9th Circuit has refused to hear a gun case en banc,” said SAF founder and Executive Vice President Alan M. Gottlieb. “Hopefully, this is a new trend.”
California Gun Laws 11th Edition ~ The eBook is Available Now!
With over 800 statutes governing guns in California, alongside additional layers of administrative regulations, local ordinances, & policies from the CA. Dept. of Justice Bureau of Firearms, navigating the legal landscape can be daunting.
FPC Files Brief in Lawsuit Challenging California’s Handgun Carry Ban
FPC announced that it has filed a response brief with the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in its Carralero v. Bonta lawsuit, which challenges California’s newest ban on firearm carry.
California Ammunition Infringements Back in Force… for Now
On February 5, 2024, a three-judge panel of the Ninth Circuit, in a split decision, granted a motion to stay the decision of the District Court by Judge Benitez.
9th Circuit …Once Again, Halts Ammo Sales to Californian, Rhode v. Bonta Case ~ VIDEO
Ninth Circuit Grants Stay of Decision in Rhode v. Bonta. The 9th Circuit is up to its old anti-gun, anti-freedom, legal nonsense.
Federal Court Strikes Down California’s Ammunition Background Check Law
U.S. District Court Judge Roger T. Benitez has once again made headlines in California by permanently enjoining the State of California’s enforcement of the state’s ammunition sales background check provisions.
Court Blocks California’s Crazy Ammunition Purchase Restrictions ~ Rhode v. Bonta
While California will most certainly appeal, this decision represents continued progress in rolling back decades of attacks on the rights of lawful gun owners.
Responses Filed To Ca. Prelim. Injunction Motion In Gun Store Surveillance Case
The statute is a sweeping violation of constitutional rights, …it’s not just the 2nd Amendment Gavin Newsom dislikes. He has contempt for the entire Bill of Rights….
Taurus Optics Ready Option Revolvers are now California Approved
The Taurus 856 T.O.R.O. and 605 T.O.R.O. (Taurus Optics Ready Option) revolvers were added to the California Department of Justice’s roster of Handguns Certified for Sale.
Judge Finds California Carry Restrictions Violate Constitution
The honorable Judge Cormac J. Carney has issued an order granting the motions for preliminary injunction in the Reno v Bonta case.
Gavin Newsom’s FU to Supreme Court’s ‘Very Bad Ruling’ on the Right to Bear Arms
California Governor Newsom used air quotes when discussing the ‘right’ to carry firearms, making his contempt for the Constitution clear….
Everytown Ranks California 1st For Gun Control; State Also Has Top Body Count
Everytown for Gun Safety, the billionaire-backed gun prohibition lobbying group, was making headlines over the weekend because a state-by-state new scorecard named California as “first in the nation” for having the most restrictive gun control laws.
California’s Restriction on Concealed Carry Once Again Has Been Blocked
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has once again blocked the enforcement of California’s new concealed carry law that went into effect on January 1.