FPC announced the filing of a motion for summary judgment in their lawsuit challenging California’s age-based ban on firearms purchases by peaceable adults under the age of 21.
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FPC Files Supplemental Brief in Lawsuit Challenging Maryland’s “Assault Weapon” Ban
Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) announced that it has filed a supplemental brief with the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals in its Bianchi v. Brown lawsuit.
FPC File Supreme Court Response Brief in Lawsuit Challenging ATF’s Unlawful “Frame or Receiver” Rule
Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) and FPC Action Foundation (FPCAF) announced the filing of their Response Brief with the United States Supreme Court in its lawsuit challenging ATF’s “frame or receiver” rule.
Motion for Summary Judgment Filed in FPC Lawsuit Challenging New York’s Handgun Carry Bans
Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) announced the filing of a motion for summary judgment in its lawsuit challenging New York’s handgun carry bans in public parks and all private property without express consent.
FPC AND FPCAF WIN: California Judge Rules Against Unconstitutional Gun Ban Policy
A California judge ruled against the state’s laws that prevent people from exercising their Second Amendment rights that were fully restored after their non-violent felony convictions in other states were vacated and nullified.
FPC Files Brief in Lawsuit Challenging California’s Handgun Carry Ban
FPC announced that it has filed a response brief with the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals in its Carralero v. Bonta lawsuit, which challenges California’s newest ban on firearm carry.
FPC Asks Supreme Court to Hear Lawsuit Challenging Illinois’ “Assault Weapon” and Magazine Bans
Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) announced the filing of a petition for writ of certiorari with the United States Supreme Court in Harrel v. Raoul, its lawsuit challenging Illinois’ ban on numerous firearm magazines and so-called “assault weapons.”
FPC Lawsuit Against Georgia Young Adult Carry Ban Continues
Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) announced that the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a lower court decision that dismissed its lawsuit against Georgia’s young adult handgun carry ban.
FPC Asks Supreme Court to Hear Lawsuit Challenging Maryland “Assault Weapon” Ban
FPC announced the filing of a petition for writ of certiorari with the United States Supreme Court in Bianchi v. Brown, its lawsuit challenging Maryland’s ban on so-called “assault weapons.”
FPC Files Appellate Opening Brief in Lawsuit Challenging New Mexico Governor’s Carry Ban
Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) announced the filing of its opening brief with the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals in Fort v. Grisham, its lawsuit that challenges the New Mexico governor’s total ban on carry in public parks and playgrounds.
Bump-Stocks are Not ‘Machine Guns,’ Argues FPC in New Supreme Court Brief
Lawyers for Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) filed an important brief with the United States Supreme Court in the case of Garland v. Cargill, which challenges the federal ban on bump-stock devices.
FPC WIN: Third Circuit Strikes Down Pennsylvania Young Adult Carry Ban
FPC announced that the Third Circuit Court of Appeals has struck down Pennsylvania’s laws that prevent 18-to-20-year-old adults from carrying a loaded firearm outside of the home for self-defense.
FPC File Summary Judgment Reply Brief in Lawsuit Challenging ATF Pistol Brace Rule
FPC announced the filing of a combined opposition and reply brief in their Mock v. Garland lawsuit, which challenges ATF’s pistol brace rule.
FPC WIN: Federal Judge Blocks California’s SB2 Handgun Carry Bans
Federal District Judge Cormac J. Carney issued a preliminary injunction in its Carralero v. Bonta lawsuit, blocking enforcement of California’s newest ban on firearm carry.
FPC and FPCAF File Comment in Opposition to Proposed ATF “Engaged in the Business” Rule
Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) and FPC Action Foundation (FPCAF) announced the submittal of its comments in opposition to the ATF’s proposed “Engaged in the Business” rule.
Judge Rules For Plaintiff in Lawsuit that Challenged Lifetime Gun Ban for Non-Violent Misdemeanor Conviction
FPC announced that Judge John Milton Younge of the Eastern District of Pennsylvania has granted summary judgment for the plaintiff in Williams v. Garland.
FPC File Brief in Support of Challenge to Hawaii Public Handgun Carry Bans
Firearms Policy Coalition announced the filing of a brief with the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals (and motion requesting permission to file) in support of the plaintiffs in Wolford v. Lopez.
FPC Files For Injunction Against New Jersey “Assault Weapon” Ban
Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) announced that it has filed a motion for summary judgment in its Cheeseman v. Platkin lawsuit, which challenges New Jersey’s unconstitutional ban on so-called “assault weapons.”
FPC Files Motion for Summary in Lawsuit Challenging Lifetime Gun Ban for Non-Violent Misdemeanor Conviction
Williams v. Garland challenges the federal Gun Control Act’s lifetime ban on the exercise of Second Amendment rights due to a single misdemeanor conviction for a crime that did not involve violence, physical harm, or a firearm.
FPC Files Amended Complaint in Lawsuit Challenging Massachusetts Handgun Roster
Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) announced the filing of an amended complaint in its Granata v. Campbell lawsuit, which challenges Massachusetts’ ban on modern handguns.
FPC Statement on Committee Passage of Newsom’s Anti-2A Amendment Push
Firearms Policy Coalition issued the following statement regarding California Governor Gavin Newsom’s “28th Amendment” convention proposal.
SCOTUS Lets Final Rule on Frames And Receivers Stay In Effect
The stay on the lower court’s decision to vacate the ATF rule on the “Definition of ‘Frame or Receiver’” will continue.
FPC Files For Injunction Against Washington “Large Capacity” Magazine Ban
Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) announced that it has filed a motion for summary judgment in its Sullivan v. Ferguson lawsuit, which challenges Washington’s unconstitutional ban on common firearm magazines.
FPC File Response to Government Attempt to Reinstate ATF’s “Frame or Receiver” Rule
Firearms Policy Coalition (FPC) and FPC Action Foundation (FPCAF) filed a response brief with the Supreme Court in VanDerStok v. Garland.
Fifth Circuit Rules that ATF Pistol Brace Rule is Likely Illegal
The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled in Mock v. Garland, finding that FPC are likely to win on the merits of their lawsuit challenging ATF’s pistol brace rule.
Chevron Deference Violates the Constitution, Argues FPC to Supreme Court
FPC and FPCAF ask the Supreme Court to overrule the deference doctrine the Court established in Chevron U.S.A., Inc. v. Natural Resources Defense Council, Inc.
FPC Fight Back Against Government Attempt to Reinstate ATF’s “Frame or Receiver” Rule
Firearms Policy Coalition and FPC Action Foundation filed a brief opposing the federal government’s motion for a stay pending appeal in VanDerStok v. Garland.
FPC & FPCAF Respond to Administrative Stay in Lawsuit Challenging ATF “Frame or Receiver” Rule
While we’re disappointed that the Court has stayed the applicability of its Judgment vacating ATF’s Frame or Receiver Rule, we’re confident that this will be temporary & be reinstated.
Rights Group Files Response in Lawsuit Challenging California Handgun Roster
California’s Unsafe Handgun Act turns the very concept of constitutional rights on its head by banning all handguns unless and until they are deemed ‘NOT unsafe’…
CT Governor Signs “Act Addressing Gun Violence’ Includes Multiple Unconstitutional Requirements
In a twist of bitter irony, HB 6667 attacks the core fundamental and Constitutional rights of the peaceable People of Connecticut and those who visit the “Constitution State.”