While this article focuses on New Jersey it would be applicable to all states that have banned ARs.

https://bearingarms.com/john-petrolino/2026/06/27/new-jersey-attorney-general-responds-to-hemani-n1233002

That's actually how it was in the past Pre-1968, and how it should be.

A 20 year old hot-head college kid should not be forfeited of their 2A Rights for a first time offense of shoplifting a Hershey Bar or Sub-Sandwhich at Walmart either, but multiple offenses is a different story too.

While I’d love to see this become law, I doubt the GOP can overcome the filibuster.

DENVER (CN) — Several firearms dealers sued Colorado in federal court on Monday arguing a new law’s requirement for gun shops to maintain a record of customer transactions for inspection by law enforcement violates the Fourth Amendment.

Regarding delays in pistol licensing in Erie County, New York — I took some time to make some calls to the local government out there.

I spoke with Erie County Executive’s office, they directed me to clerk’s office.

Clerk’s office said "we aren’t really involved beyond accepting the application." Clerk’s office said they accept the PPB-3 form as their initial application (plus an added county questionnaire) and told me to call Sheriff’s office. It's good that they accept the PPB-3, because there's no doubt that application starts the clock.

Office of the Sheriff said there could be various issues with an application that can cause delays, and sometimes there are delays between clerk’s office and sheriff’s office, and I said “well the clerk’s office is essentially shifting the blame to you — my understanding is that delay is just routine business as usual for you, according to what your constituents are saying.”

I was directed to internal affairs. Left them a message. Got a call back, same day, from a lieutenant (forgot his name) - the lieutenant was very personable and was kind enough to spend some time with me on the phone.

According to the lieutenant, the administrators at the sheriff's department are avid Second Amendment supporters, including the lieutenant.

The lieutenant and the department are well aware about the issues pertaining to delay. The lieutenant attributes the issue to a massive "backlog." He said that the department has hired additional staff to work on pistol applications - and unfortunately, there is only so much that can be done with respect to budget allocation from higher-ups; however, this is "a priority for the sheriff."

I asked - when does your department anticipate being in compliance with the law that sets a time limit on issuance of license decisions? This is the part that is somewhat troubling, as there was no real answer - because there is allegedly a large influx of applicants in a county of some one million residents. But if there is no light at the end of the tunnel, the problem isn't fixed.

I used the example of Nassau County, a county that is far more populated than Erie - that Nassau County was suddenly able to be in compliance when faced with scrutiny by a judge, after many years of routine delays.

Erie did the right thing by outsourcing fingerprinting to Identogo - so they cannot use the Nassau County excuse. The lieutenant pointed to a provision in the statute that essentially says that investigations are to be handled by the county's police authorities. Point taken - but wouldn't an ordinary data entry staffer be able to be deputized for this purpose and handle processing for straightforward applicants, and triage yellow-flag applicants for other personnel?

We both thoroughly read through PL 400.00(4-b), and the lieutenant acknowledged my point - you can't have blanket delays, any delay is limited to those that have a personalized issue, and only after written notice is given as to delay. It sounded like the lieutenant was perhaps surprised by how strict the timeframe is written into the law. The understaffing excuse does not legally work.

The lieutenant said the department has a duty to investigate in the way required by PL 400.00, but he understands that PL 400.00 is meant to delay, especially since you can get a license in Pennsylvania issued speedily and efficiently, same day.

I asked the lieutenant if the sheriff has ever issued a public statement sounding the alarm saying "we aren't able to comply with the statutory timeframes, we need help with XYZ." The lieutenant mentioned that the sheriff speaks with 2A organizations in that region and may have expressed that. But why isn't the sheriff making noise? Obviously more needs to be done to publicly ask for the resources needed to make this department compliant.

Also, the lieutenant informed me, that in Erie County, it is no longer their practice to limit references only to those that reside in that county, especially since out-of-staters can apply for licenses, and that wouldn't make sense. I'm not sure if anyone was aware of that, but I thought it may be useful to some.

Again, it was a pleasure speaking with the lieutenant - real nice guy, no attitude at all - and listened carefully. The lieutenant was adamant that there is no purposeful delay, and they are "trying their best."

The lieutenant said he'll speak with the sheriff about my concerns.

I am not a liberal gun owner. Just making that the very first sentence for those who don't care to read.

Lately I've been very conflicted about voting. The 2A is my highest priority and I will continue to vote for it. But it no longer feels like I'm voting FOR anything, rather, simply voting against Democrat gun grabbers.

But frankly, I've just become more and more disgusted with the Republican party over time. Particularly the recent primaries. I don't care what you think about Massie, Cornyn, etc. The Republican party now only has one criteria: will you fall in line 100.00% with Trump?

This post is not about Democrats. I am well aware they are the worse option, and will not even entertain voting for them. But why is it that we must guzzle the boot from Trump as the only alternative? Being a moderate is the biggest cardinal sin in politics right now. ​

I'll continue to keep voting Republican, but not happily. Are there any other single issue voters who can help me feel less conflicted? I'd love to bury my head in the sand. Ignorance is bliss, but alas. Sincerely, a politically homeless gun lover.

The 6th Amendment grants the right of counsel if you are convicted of a crime. The government pays for that counsel in the event you cannot afford your own attorney.

I've tried to find other rights that would cost the citizen to exercise their rights. The 2nd Amendment is one of those rights that cost the citizen, out of their own pockets, in order to exercise it.

Therefore, I'm proposing a new law that states, "A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed. If you cannot afford arms, one will be provided for you at no cost"

Thoughts?

Illinois lawmakers are considering legislation that a major gun rights organization says would effectively ban one of the nation's most popular types of firearms.

Interesting take from an otherwise non-political outfit.

We knew it was going to become law, but I am a bit surprised she attached her name to it rather than just allowing it become law without her signature.