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MN: Best Gun Store: Zero Tolerance
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Zero Tolerance stands out as the premier destination for firearms enthusiasts, proudly voted the best gun store in the area. Whether youre a seasoned shooter or just starting out, Zero Tolerance offers an extensive selection of firearms, ammunition and shooting accessories tailored to your needs.

At Zero Tolerance, customer service is a top priority. Their knowledgeable staff is passionate about helping you find the right firearm for self-defense, hunting, or target practice, while providing expert advice and safety education every step of the way.

CA: California law requiring background checks for ammunition is unconstitutional, appeals court says
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A voter-backed California law requiring background checks for people who buy bullets is unconstitutional, a federal appeals court ruled Thursday in a blow to the states efforts to combat gun violence.

In upholding a 2024 ruling by a lower court, the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals found that the state law violates the Second Amendment. Voters passed the law in 2016 and it took effect in 2019.

Many states, including California, make people pass a background check before they can buy a gun. California went a step further by requiring a background check, which costs either $1 or $19 depending on eligibility, every time someone buys buy bullets.

CA: Homeless Man Stops Shotgun-Wielding Attacker In California Encampment
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The Second Amendment was written for all of the people, not just those who have enough money to own a sizable gun collection or the latest concealed carry rig. In fact, Americans living in homeless encampments just might be more likely to need to practice their right to armed self-defense more often than those living in gated neighborhoods with expensive security systems.

Such was the case recently when a homeless man shot another homeless man who was coming at him with a shotgun in a California homeless encampment.

CA: Requiring Background Checks for Buying Bullets Is Invalid
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A divided panel of the Ninth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals held yesterday that Californias regulatory scheme that requires residents to undergo background checks and engage in face-to-face transactions with licensed vendors in order to legally purchase ammunition violates the Second Amendment and was properly permanently enjoined.

...Circuit Judge Sandra S. Ikuta declared:

By subjecting Californians to background checks for all ammunition purchases, Californias ammunition background check regime infringes on the fundamental right to keep and bear arms. Because Californias ammunition background check regime violates the Second Amendment, the district court did not abuse its discretion in granting a permanent injunction.

CA: Ninth Circuit Kills Californias Ammo Background Check Law: Here is the Decision and the Dissent
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The U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled in a 2-1 decision Thursday that Californias law requiring firearm owners to undergo background checks when buying ammunition goes against the second amendment and is unconstitutional, the Globe reported.

Because Californias law forced gun owners to pay a fee and face some delays while the state processes their background check, the three-judge panel found the law constrains residents right to keep and bear arms in violation of the Second Amendment, Courthouse News reported.

Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. shares rise 1.33% after-hours following a favorable Second Amendment ruling.
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Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. rose 1.33% in after-hours trading, following a ruling by the Ninth Circuit that struck down Californias ammunition background check law as unconstitutional. This decision, which was applauded by GrabAGun Digital Holdings Inc., a competitor in the firearms and ammunition industry, likely boosted investor confidence in Smith & Wesson's market position and future prospects.

GA: Georgia Supreme Court Upholds Age-Based Restriction on Public Handgun Carry
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On May 28, 2025, the Supreme Court of Georgia decided Stephens v. State of Georgia[1], affirming the constitutionality of the state's age-based restriction on the public carry of handguns. The Court held that Georgias statutory scheme, which generally prohibits individuals under 21 from carrying handguns in public unless they have military training, does not violate Article I, Section I, Paragraph VIII of the Georgia Constitution.[2] The decision reinforces the legislatures authority to regulate the manner in which arms may be borne, as established by longstanding Georgia precedent.

We spoke with Thingiverse about its new AI-driven ghost gun detection that eliminates designs for 3D printing - companies turn to AI to block production of ghost guns
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Ghost guns have existed long before 3D printing came along, and could be made from simple metal pipes and springs by a talented metalsmith. It should be noted that in the United States, the Second Amendment allows citizens to possess and manufacture many types of firearms for personal use without the need for background checks or registration of the completed weapon. Firearms made for sale fall into an entirely different category and must be properly regulated, tracked, and registered.

As we reported earlier, New York investigations have triggered a crackdown on 3D printed gun files at Thingiverse, the worlds oldest and largest 3D file-sharing site.

Stefanik, Issa Reintroduce Bill to Ban Handgun Roster Restrictions in States
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Reps. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) and Darrell Issa (R-Calif.) have reintroduced the Modern Firearm Safety Act, which aims to prevent states such as California and New York from restricting gun access to citizens, Stefaniks office said in a July 24 statement.

If passed, states and agencies would be banned from imposing regulations that require a handgun to incorporate a design feature, functionality, safety mechanism, or performance standard not mandated by federal statute, the bill states.

Key Phrases in Second Amendment Ignored by Conservatives
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Prominent figures like MSNBCs Lawrence ODonnell argue that the amendment was meant to ensure regulation of militias rather than an unrestricted right to bear arms, a sentiment echoed by former Supreme Court Chief Justice Warren Burger. He criticized the popular interpretation as one of the greatest pieces of fraud on the American public, suggesting that the founders intended for some regulatory measures in gun ownership. This discussion underscores the complexity of the Second Amendment and invites inquiries into how current laws align with its original intent and the ongoing call for commonsense gun regulations.

CA: A Federal Appeals Court Just Blew Up One of This State's Most Disgusting Gun Laws
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Heres another development that will make gun owners thank the Almighty for the Supreme Courts ruling in New York Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen.

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals on Thursday sent Californias law requiring background checks for ammunition purchases to legislative Hades where it belongs. The court ruled 2-1 that the law violated the Second Amendment because it did not pass the Bruen test.

One in Five Americans Supports Repealing Second Amendment
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A national survey indicates that one in five Americans favors repealing the Second Amendment, a significant finding in the ongoing debate over gun control. The poll conducted by the Economist and YouGov reveals that 21 percent of respondents support a repeal, with notable backing at 39 percent among Democrats, contrasting sharply with just 8 percent of Republicans who would agree with such a measure.

New teen trend could lead to fewer teens Submitted by: Mark A. Taff Website: www.marktaff.com	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
Florida teens from Hillsborough County have added balaclavas and Airsoft guns to what used to be called doorbell-ditch. Now, rather than just ringing the doorbell, the masked teens kick the front door and fire several Airsoft rounds at the homes before running away, a video shows.

MO: Judge Strikes Down St. Louis Gun Storage Law in Major Win for Missouri Gun Owners
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A Missouri judge has struck down a St. Louis ordinance that tried to force gun owners to lock up firearms left in vehicles, dealing a sharp blow to local gun control efforts and delivering a clear win for Second Amendment supporters across the state.

On July 15, Circuit Judge Joseph P. Whyte ruled that the citys 2017 unattended vehicle gun storage law violated Missouris state firearm preemption lawa law that reserves all authority to regulate firearms to the state legislature, not local governments.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton to Speak at GOALS 2025
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Gun Owners of America (GOA) is proud to announce that Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton will be speaking at the 2025 Gun Owners Advocacy and Leadership Summit (GOALS), taking place August 910 in Knoxville, Tennessee.

A relentless defender of constitutional liberties, Paxton has spent his career standing up to federal overreach and championing the Second Amendment. From filing lawsuits to blocking unconstitutional gun control to partnering with grassroots allies like GOA, he has remained on the front lines in the fight to protect the right to keep and bear arms.

OH: 'I feel like everybody has one' | Cincinnati teens speak out about how easy it is to access guns
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A new Urban League study reveals alarming statistics about teen gun violence in Cincinnati, with 61% of surveyed Black youth ages 12-20 reporting they have held a gun and 48% saying they've witnessed a shooting.

While city leaders and law enforcement have been vocal about solutions, WCPO 9 wanted to hear directly from those most affected: the teenagers living this reality every day.

"I feel like there needs to be something done more than what's going on," said Khara Hawkins, one of three teens who participated in a roundtable discussion.

CA: Federal Appeals Court Declares California Background Checks for Ammo Unconstitutional
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In a 79-page ruling yesterday, a three-panel 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Pasadena, California, declared by a 2-1 vote that the states law requiring background checks for ammo purchases is unconstitutional.

The majority opinion was penned by Judge Sandra S. Ikuta, a George W. Bush nominee who only took her seat following a filibuster by Senate Democrats to block the presidents earlier selection. Her majority opinion concluded that Californias ammunition background check regime violates the Second Amendment because the regime meaningfully constrains the right to keep operable arms.

CA: Federal Court Overturns California Ammo Background Check Law Submitted by: Mark A. Taff Website: www.marktaff.com	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
In a major Second Amendment ruling, the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has declared Californias ammunition background check law unconstitutional. The 2-1 decision affirms a lower courts permanent injunction, which blocks the state from enforcing its unique requirement that gun owners undergo background checks each time they purchase ammunition.

CA: Second Amendment Expires in California: Court Strikes Down Ammunition Control Law
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The U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled 2-1 that California's law requiring background checks for ammunition purchases violates the Second Amendment. This decision is a setback for the state's strict gun control laws and a victory for gun rights advocates. Judge Sandra Segal Ikuta, in the majority opinion, argued that the fees and delays associated with California's ammunition background check regime significantly restrict the right of Californians to keep and bear arms.

Senator Murphy Proposes Raising Tax Stamp Fees to $4709
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Senator Chris Murphy (D-CT) has entered an amendment to the Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act (H.R.3944) to raise the National Firearms Act of 1934 (NFA) tax stamp fee on all regulated items to $4709.

The move comes after Republicans lowered the tax stamp fee to $0 for suppressors, short-barreled rifles (SBRs), short-barreled shotguns (SBSs), and any other weapons (AOWs) during the reconciliation process. During negotiations over the so-called one big, beautiful bill, Sen Murphy proposed a $1 tax stamp fee instead of a $0 charge. The likely reason for the pushing of the $1 fee was to try to head off lawsuits.