Update on California Ammunition Laws for Jan 1 2018

This video provides a comprehensive recap of the 2025 legislative year in California concerning firearm laws. It details significant anti-Second Amendment proposals, unexpected pro-2A developments, and the impact of grassroots advocacy, Capitol Days, and direct engagement with lawmakers. CRPA's Legislative Director, Rick Travis, breaks down how specific bills gained national controversy and highlights the importance of understanding legislative processes for future advocacy efforts. The session's key victories and defeats are analyzed, offering insights for Californians preparing for the 2026 session.

This video from CRPA analyzes the Duncan v. Bonta legal decision in California, focusing on how the state is redefining the term 'dangerous' in relation to firearms. It argues that this redefinition conflicts with Supreme Court precedents like Heller and Bruen, potentially infringing on Second Amendment rights. The discussion highlights how the state is attempting to disregard the protection of commonly possessed arms and arms used for protected activities like marksmanship.

This video breaks down the key legal arguments in Sanchez v. Bonta, a Ninth Circuit case challenging California's ban on firearm suppressors. It discusses CRPA's involvement, the court's request for expert counsel, and the oral arguments, focusing on the state's 'not an arm' defense and the potential impact on Second Amendment rights post-Bruen. The analysis explores whether suppressors are protected under the Second Amendment and forecasts potential outcomes for 2026. It also touches on the broader landscape of Second Amendment litigation and shifts under the Trump DOJ.

This video analyzes the critical juncture of the Duncan v. Bonta case as it reaches the U.S. Supreme Court's conference. CRPA President Chuck Michel explains the significance of the conference, the factors Justices consider, and how Duncan compares to other Second Amendment petitions like Wolford and the marijuana-possession case. The discussion highlights the unprecedented activity on the Supreme Court's firearms docket in modern history and explores the need for clearer guidance following the Bruen decision, potential outcomes for Duncan, and judicial resistance in lower courts. It also encourages viewers to support CRPA.

This video analyzes the Ninth Circuit's decision in Roe v. Bonta, a California ammunition background check case. It discusses the court's vote for en banc rehearing, which vacated a previous pro-Second Amendment ruling. CRPA President Chuck Michel explains the implications of this decision, the state's motivations, and how the Bruen framework applies. The video also touches on the Ninth Circuit's history of alleged bias, the broader national impact on ammunition laws, and upcoming related cases like Duncan v. Bonta, highlighting the stakes for California gun owners and the potential reshaping of Second Amendment law on the West Coast.

This video explores the possibility of the Supreme Court (SCOTUS) consolidating multiple Second Amendment cases, including Duncan v. Bonta, into a single 'Second Amendment Day.' The discussion centers on the court potentially addressing these cases together to review and potentially overturn lower court decisions that are perceived as evading the *Bruen* standard, which significantly impacts gun rights.

This video analyzes Elon Musk's commentary in light of a terrorist attack in Australia and its potential impact on firearm rights. The description provides multiple links to X (formerly Twitter) posts from Elon Musk and others, discussing the event and its implications for gun control legislation. The content suggests a connection between the attack and a swift response to restrict firearm ownership, with Musk's prior statements being referenced as prophetic.

This video from God Family and Guns focuses on the most commonly smuggled ammunition caliber into the United States. It highlights potential concerns for Americans regarding this specific type of smuggled ammo. The description also includes various links for supporting the channel, recommended products, merchandise, and other GFG content.

This video discusses potential changes to New Jersey's gun laws, focusing on the legal challenges in Koons v. Platkin regarding sensitive places and Cheeseman v. Platkin concerning the state's assault weapon ban. Washington Gun Law President William Kirk analyzes how these cases, now being reviewed by an en banc panel at the 3rd Circuit, combined with political factors, could lead to significant shifts in Second Amendment rights within the state. The video encourages viewers to educate themselves on these developments.

This video discusses how online ammunition purchases can be tracked by federal agencies, creating a digital trail of gun owners' activities. The description highlights that seemingly simple transactions initiate a system that records personal information, purchase details, and delivery locations, ultimately forming a persistent digital shadow. The content aims to expose this hidden aspect of online ammo buying and its potential implications.