Effective July 1, 2020, Virginia will generally prohibit any person from selling a firearm unless the buyer has undergone a universal background check.
Virginia: Upcoming Universal Background Check Law & Antique Firearms
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Virginia Citizens Defense League is an all-volunteer, non-partisan grassroots organization dedicated to defending the human rights of all Virginians.
The Right to Keep and Bear Arms is a fundamental human right.
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Apartment Rentals & Firearms, The Less They Know the Better
If leasing an apartment, some thoughts on what to do and not to do if you have firearms.
Virginia: Good News! Outdoor Ranges In National Forests Are Open Again!
The outdoor shooting ranges in Virginia National Forests are now open again! But there are two caveats…
VCDL: Concealed Carry on Army Corps of Engineers Land
We need to flood a public comment page with support for a proposed Corps of Engineers (COE) regulation change that will allow carry on COE land.
Deceptive VA Gun Grab Enabled by Deliberately Changed Demographics
No matter what others tell you, and always without addressing my challenge, the issues of guns and immigration are inextricably intertwined.
VA Governor Running Scared Moves Gun Range Shutdown Challenge to Federal Court
“Northam is gaming the system and is clearly afraid of the suit being heard in a Virginia court under Virginia law,” VCDL President Philip Van Cleave told AmmoLand News.
Virginia: Gun Owners Seek Temporary Injunction To Reopen Indoor Ranges
The groups filed for a temporary injunction against Governor Northam and the Virginia State Police to allow indoor ranges to reopen during the current state of emergency. The case will be heard on Tue
Virginia: VCDL’s Historic Lobby Day 2020, Part 2 of 6
The VCDL just released part two of their six-part series covering the events leading up to and stretching beyond their 2020 lobby day.
VCDL Taking Action to Reopen Indoor Gun Ranges in VA
An Executive Order from Gov Northam shut down all indoor shooting ranges, classifying them as “entertainment.” Practicing a life-saving skill is NOT a game!
Virginia: VCDL’s Historic Lobby Day 2020, Part 1 of 6
After the 2019 election, Democrats declare war on gun owners and the Virginia political map changes color from mixed red and blue, to solid green
VA: Gun/Magazine/Suppressor Ban and Other Gun Bills Scheduled for Friday!
As we warned a few days ago, HB 961, which bans “assault weapons”, larger-capacity magazines, suppressors, and more, is up for a committee vote on Friday.
Virginia: Bloomberg Protest at Nauticus this Friday! Be There!
Tell Bloomberg that you support the Second Amendment and you don’t want him or any of his paid-for cronies in the Virginia General Assembly to take away your rights.
Virginia “Assault Weapon” Ban Bill To Be Heard On Friday, 2/7/20.. At 8 AM!
The remaining “Assault Weapon ” ban bill, HB 961, will either be heard on Friday or it will be dead. We have to assume it will be heard and need a strong turnout to oppose this monstrosity.
Virginia Rising: My Day At VA Lobby Day
Virginia Democrats, on the other hand, slinked by, heads down, only quick glances, and hurried into the tunnel. Not one Democrat came over. It was a long walk of shame, for them.
Democrat’s Gun Control Pass Out Of Committee: Virginia Legislative Update 1/27/2020
Not a single Democrat on the committee voted even once to support gun owners. Republican Delegates Ronnie Campbell and Amanda Batten stood with gun owners 100%.
VA Supreme Court Ignores Constitution, Keeps Gun Owners Disarmed at Lobby Day
The Virginia Supreme Court has denied efforts by Gun Owners of America (GOA) and the Virginia Citizens Defense League (VCDL) to overturn Governor Ralph Northam’s Lobby Day Gun Ban.
Virginia: 3 Gun-Control Bills Pass Senate, 1 With REPUBLICAN Help!?, 4th Delayed
If you are represented by Republican Senator Dunnavant or Republican Senator Norment, let them know you are not happy with their vote on for Universal Background Checks.
Virginia Democrat Governor Northam Doubles Down On Stupid
Governor Northam is pulling out all of the stops & violating rights by executive fiat. Northam’s actions appear intended to inflame an already heated situation, for political purposes.
Virginia: Get Your Elected Local Officials To Join Us On Lobby Day!
For all VA residents in sanctuary counties, cities, or towns, please contact your local elected officials (supervisors & sheriffs) & encourage all of them to join us in Richmond on Monday, January 20
Virginia Governor Northam’s Lobby Day Gun Ban, Don’t Take The Bait
The Democrats are afraid of the voters and want to portray this peaceful assembly of law-abiding gun owners in the worst possible way. They would love for it to degenerate to violence, rioting.
Battle in Virginia, Let’s Kill Them with Overwhelming Kindness & Sheer Numbers
I expect many politicians & their media allies to try to paint the rights activists who attend, in the worst possible light. Please don’t feed the opposition’s propaganda machine.
Virginia Gun Lobby Day 2020, Logistics & Important Information
Here are several things you need to know if coming to the Virginia Citizens Defense League Lobby Day on January 20th at the State Capital.
Virginia: Recap Of The Senate Judiciary Committee Meeting On Monday, January 13 2020
The Republicans pointed out multiple mistakes & even rules that were broken, but the Democrat-controlled committee ignored the complaints and lurched forward anyhow, rules be damned.
Cowardly Virginia Democrats Ban Guns From Capitol Buildings ~ VIDEO
Newly elected lawmakers in the Commonwealth of Virginia voted to ban firearms carried by the public in the state Capitol buildings on Friday, but not for their armed bodyguards.
Virginia Sheriffs Have the Power to Defend Second Amendment Sanctuaries ~ VIDEO
Virginia Sheriffs could do much to defend their counties as Second Amendment sanctuaries, by deputizing and appointing all eligible adults who volunteer, as part-time deputies.
Virginia: January 20 will be the Most Important Lobby Day… Ever!
Mark your calendars for January 20, 2020, for the most important VCDL Lobby Day ever held in Richmond.
Virginia: How You Can Help With Lobbying the General Assembly Starting Jan. 8 2020
Virginia: How You Can Help With Lobbying the General Assembly Starting Jan. 8 2020
Virginia Governor Northam Asking For $6.8 Million For 28 Jackbooted Thugs ~ VIDEO
At every turn, Northam is doing everything from pushing unconstitutional bills, begging for an assault weapons ban, looking to limit citizens to only one gun per month & violate everyone’s rights.
Virginia Beach to Vote on 2A Sanctuary Resolution on Jan. 6th
Virginia Beach’s Mayor has called a special session on January 6th at 6 pm with one item on the agenda: a Second Amendment Constitutional Resolution.
Virginia: Urgent Action Needed: Please Flood Budget Hearings on Thursday
Governor Northam wants to allocation millions to take away our guns and we need to ask legislators face-to-face if they are going to support that budget item.