GOA, VCDL, John Crump, and other plaintiffs are asking a Virginia court to block Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s new “assault firearm” and magazine ban before the July 1 effective date.
Virginia “Assault Firearm” Ban Challenged With Emergency Injunction
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Spanberger Signs SB 749; SAF, NRA, FPC Immediately File Federal Lawsuit
Reacting with lightning speed Thursday, the Second Amendment Foundation and National Rifle Association filed a federal lawsuit challenging Virginia’s new restrictive gun control law.
GOA, VCDL, John Crump Sue Over Virginia Assault Weapons Ban
A new Virginia lawsuit challenges Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s gun-control package, arguing it bans common firearms, standard-capacity magazines, and public carry protected by the state constitution.
Virginia State Police Admit Spanberger Gun Law Conflicts With Court Order
Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed five gun-control bills into law, but HB 1525 now puts Virginia State Police in the middle of a constitutional fight over universal background checks and a standing court injunction.