Video Highlights
- The California case, Boland v. Banta, challenges the state's roster of safe handguns.
- The state argues that the Second Amendment does not apply to their regulations.
- The state's arguments show a level of arrogance and disregard for individual rights.
- The court is expected to rule on the case by the end of August.
Video Summary
In the case of Boland v. Banta, plaintiffs in California are challenging the state's roster of safe handguns, which certifies handguns for sale within the state. The roster requires gun manufacturers to submit their firearms to the California Department of Justice for drop tests and to meet certain safety requirements such as magazine disconnect, loaded chamber indicators, and microstamping technology. However, no new firearms have been added to the roster since 2014.
The plaintiffs argue that the roster violates their Second Amendment rights, citing the Constitutional test established in New York State Rifle and Pistol Association v. Berlin. They have requested a preliminary injunction to prohibit the state from enforcing the roster until the case is fully litigated.
The federal district court judge in California, Judge Carmack, agreed with the plaintiffs and issued a restraining order, or injunction, on the enforcement of certain aspects of the roster. While he found that the drop test may be constitutional, he concluded that the requirements for magazine disconnect, loaded chamber indicators, and microstamping technology go beyond the scope of the Second Amendment.
The state of California has appealed this injunction to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, and a ruling is expected by the end of August. Recently, the state issued their moving papers in the appeal, revealing their arguments against the plaintiffs' claims.
One key argument made by the state is that the Second Amendment does not apply to their regulations. They contend that the plaintiffs must first show that the Second Amendment applies to them or the underlying conduct. The state also argues that their public safety requirements, such as reducing harm and tracing firearms used in crimes, are consistent with historical traditions of firearms regulations. However, this argument is factually inaccurate, as there was no regulatory environment in 1791 that had crime-fighting methodologies associated with individual firearms.
The state's arguments reveal a level of arrogance and disregard for individual rights. They suggest that any regulation affecting firearms possession or use could be presumptively protected by the Second Amendment, which is exactly what the plaintiffs are asserting. The state seems appalled at the idea of having to justify their regulations based on the history of firearms regulations that existed in 1791.
It is important to note that the appeal only challenges the injunction issued by the lower court and not the full ruling on the case. The state may be holding back on their arguments for the full case, as appellate courts are generally reluctant to intervene during the development of a lower court's opinion. However, it is clear that the state is trying to undermine the Second Amendment and limit individuals' ability to exercise their rights.
The judge's decision to issue the injunction was based on two factors: the plaintiffs' likelihood of prevailing in their argument and the irreparable harm they would suffer if the law continued to be enforced. The state's response to the irreparable harm argument is that the plaintiffs already own firearms and therefore do not need new ones. This argument is extremely arrogant, as it allows the state to determine how many firearms an individual should have and what types of firearms are necessary.
A ruling on the case is expected soon, and it will have significant implications not just for California but for other states as well. The state's arguments in this case provide insight into how other states may try to argue that the Second Amendment does not apply to their own regulations. It is crucial for individuals to stay informed and engaged in the defense of their Second Amendment rights.
In conclusion, the Boland v. Banta case in California challenges the state's roster of safe handguns and raises important questions about the application of the Second Amendment to firearms regulations. The state's arguments in this case demonstrate a level of arrogance and a disregard for individual rights. The court's ruling, expected by the end of August, will have far-reaching implications for gun owners and Second Amendment rights across the country. It is essential for individuals to remain vigilant and fight for their rights in the face of such challenges.
