Criminal Justice and the Battle for Betterment in New Mexico Political Discord and the Push for Public Safety Reforms After an unsuccessful special session, New Mexico Governor, Michelle Lujan Grisham is under immense pressure to address growing public safety concerns. This follows legislators’ cold response to her proposals made during a special session she convened, […] More
Examining the States’ Stance on the Gun Show Loophole In recent news, over a dozen US states requested permission from a Texas federal judge to join a lawsuit regarding the U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives’ (ATF) rule. The focal point of the lawsuit is the alleged closure of the so-called gun show […] More
AIWB Gun Safety: The Essentials of Safe Firearm Carriage in Vehicles As a legally armed citizen, ensuring safety in all circumstances, particularly when traveling in your vehicle, is paramount. Appropriate holstering, especially with Appendix Inside the Waistband (AIWB) carry, is a topic that necessitates expert understanding and attentiveness to avoid serious mishaps. The heart of […] More
Balancing Gun Control and Second Amendment Rights Understanding The Second Amendment The Second Amendment, a part of the United States Constitution, is frequently referred to in discussions around firearms legislations. Its interpretation has played a crucial role in shaping gun laws. As we delve into this debate, it is vital to establish its background. The […] More
Starting 2025 with Purpose, Power, and Preparedness: A Holistic Approach As we bid farewell to the old year and welcome the new, many of us revel in the refreshing sensation of a fresh start – a new canvas to paint our lives anew. However, resolutions can easily become fleeting promises unless they are rooted in […] More
NJ Governor’s Shot-Off Shooting Statistics Aim Astray: Empowered Gun-Carrying Citizens Shift Paradigm Post-Bruen Noteworthy is Governor Murphy’s recent proclamation heralding a decline in shooting victims across New Jersey for the year 2024. However, he conveniently bypasses a crucial element in this narrative: the pivotal 2022 Bruen decision, which fortified the right of law-abiding citizens to […] More
Expanding Gun Rights Across State Lines: A Bold Move The Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act A bill titled the Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act was recently introduced by Senators John Kennedy of Louisiana and John Cornyn of Texas, along with other Republican senators. This piece of legislation echoes an ardent commitment to defending the Second […] More
A Unifying Move: The Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act Protecting Concealed-Carry Rights Across Borders As the online legal journal editor, I am particularly interested in the introduction of the Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act, a bipartisan effort led by Senators John Kennedy of Louisiana and John Cornyn of Texas. The bill aims to safeguard concealed-carry […] More
The Evolving Face of Firearm Laws and Regulations Contesting Illinois’s Firearm Owner ID Cards The first order of business that requires our attention is a fiercely contested issue under review by the Illinois Appeals Court. The case in question challenges the state’s requirements for Firearm Owner ID Cards, highlighting a continued national struggle over gun […] More
Implications of Federal Child Pornography Laws The issue of child pornography, while distressing, is a significant legal area that can have life-changing consequences for those involved. It becomes an even more convoluted issue when one considers the distinct scenarios under which child pornography becomes a federal crime. In these cases, the severity of the crime […] More
Texas’s Gun Legislation: The Politics of Firearms Ban The Aftermath of the Texas State Fair Gun Ban Last year, the Texas State Fair decided to introduce a controversial ban on concealed carry firearms. This policy shift led to a series of legal battles, some even following the dismissal of the fair attendees. It was a […] More
The Ongoing Challenge of Pistol Permit Recertification in New York State Contextualizing the Changing Legal Landscape of Gun Ownership In 2013, the gun ownership trajectory in New York State took a significant turn with the implementation of the NY SAFE Act. This fundamental restructuring affected handgun owners in an unprecedented manner. Initially, once pistol permits […] More