At the Rittenhouse trial, Judge Bruce Schroeder dismissed the weapons charge against Kyle. It is likely the related weapons charge against Dominick Black will also be dismissed.
Rittenhouse Case: Status Conference Set for Dominick Black
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Dean Weingarten has been a peace officer, a military officer, was on the University of Wisconsin Pistol Team for four years, and was first certified to teach firearms safety in 1973.
He taught the Arizona concealed & carry course for fifteen years until the goal of constitutional carry was attained.
Ohio Constitutional Carry Awaits State Senate Decision
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Pennsylvania Constitutional Carry Moves Forward, in Spite of Veto Threat
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Rittenhouse Case: Wisconsin Weapons Law and the Kenosha Prosecutor
The dismissal of the weapons charge against Kyle Rittenhouse means the weapons charges against his friend, Dominick Black, will almost certainly be dismissed as well.
Armed Encounter with a Yuma County Sheriff’s Deputy
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Rittenhouse Trial: Jury Instructions on Gun Charge? A Gun Conviction Looks Unlikely
At the Rittenhouse self-defense trial, Judge Schroeder has made a decision on the jury instructions for charge #6, the weapons possession charge. Conviction appears unlikely.
Rittenhouse Trial: Controversy Over Gun Charge & Hunter Safety Certificates? ~ VIDEO
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Book Review: Dred Scott The Inside Story by David T. Hardy
Dred Scott The Inside story, by David T. Hardy is crammed with excellent scholarly work and references. This is a very well-done example of historical detective work.
Oral Arguments in Second Amendment Case Show Supreme Court Justices Split
In the oral arguments presented to the Supreme Court on November 3, 2021, six justices seemed disposed to uphold Second Amendment rights, while three looked for reasons to limit their exercise.
Gun Sales Continue Trend for Second Highest Year Ever
Gun sales in October of 2021 continue the trend to make 2021 the second-highest year for gun sales in United States history. FBI NICS checks are at historic levels.
Constitutional Carry Passes House Committee in Ohio
A Ohio House Committee passes a version of Constitutional or permitless carry, 8-4, in a party line vote. There is a chance a Constitutional carry bill will be enacted in 2021.
Explosive Admission at Rittenhouse Trial – Video
It wasn’t until you pointed your gun at him, advanced on him, with your gun,… pointed at him, that he fired? Grosskreutz: Correct.
NPR Reporter Presents Her Own Facts in Recent Rittenhouse Trial Article
NPR Reporter Becky Sullivan inserts her interpretation of events into coverage of the Kyle Rittenhouse trial. Her version is not supported by testimony or evidence in the trial.
Illinois Supreme Court Strikes Down Gun and Ammo Tax
The Cook County gun tax, which took effect in April 2013, imposed a $25 fee for retail gun purchases in the county
WI: Governor Evers Defies Natural Resources Board, Rule of Law, on Wolf Hunt
In 1967 the Wisconsin Natural Resources Board was formed from two previous boards, to oversee the Department of Natural Resources.
Flurry of Bear Attacks Recorded Recently
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Homemade Shotguns At Columbus “Buyback” Gun Turn-In
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Rittenhouse Update: DA Claims “Who was the Aggressor” is Irrelevant
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Rittenhouse Case Update, Wisconsin Weapons Statutes Discussed
The Wisconsin weapons statutes that apply to the carry of a rifle by Kyle Rittenhouse in Kenosha, Wisconsin, have a long and consistent history.
Architects of New York’s Gun Control Disgraced with Corruption
Governor Cuomo has been driven from office in disgrace. All three corrupt architects of the horrendous and failed SAFE act have proven to be corrupt.
Pennsylvania Federal Judge Enforces Second Amendment
The Third Circuit Court of Appeals upheld Second Amendment rights to have a place to shoot. The District Judge granted and injunction to enforce the right.
Rittenhouse Hearing Update, Expert Witnesses Brought In
In the October 5 hearing for the Kyle Rittenhouse trial in Kenosha, Wisconsin, expert witnesses, and the defense motion to dismiss the weapons charge was heard and discussed.
Woman Shoots Armed Intruder who Claimed to be Police
A man broke into a house, claimed to be police and demanded money. The woman resident shot and killed him, then sought help.
Wyoming Hunters Barely Survive Grizzly Attack
A grizzly bear attacked archery moose hunters in Wyoming on September 7, 2010. A FOIA request revealed the story.
NICS September, 2021, Gun Sales Continue Trend to Second Highest Year
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Judge Holds D.C. Liable for Violating Second Amendment Rights
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Judge in Rittenhouse Case Denies Prosecution and Defense Motions
At the pre-trial hearing for the Kyle Rittenhouse trial in Kenosha, in Wisconsin, the Judge denies several motions. The prosecution reveals existence of previously unknown evidence.
Two National Firearms Surveys in 2021 Cause Confusion
Two different surveys are using the nomenclature of the 2021 National Firearms Survey. The usage is causing some confusion.
New York State Gun Turn-in Event Nets 57 Guns
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Lawsuit Filed to Protect Second Amendment Right to Make Your Own Gun
The Firearms Policy Coalition has filed a lawsuit against the City of San Diego to stop the enforcement of a ban on the possession of partly finished firearms receivers.