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Constitutional Carry, School Zones, and a Ninth Circuit Curveball

By Jacob Paulsen / January 10, 2026

Does constitutional carry count as a “license” under federal school zone law? A Ninth Circuit decision out of Montana could have major implications for gun owners.

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The Battle Over Permission to Purchase: As Delaware’s New Law Takes Effect, Courts Grapple with Constitutional Questions

By Jacob Paulsen / December 3, 2025

Delaware joins the gun-grabber states requiring permits to exercise 2A rights. Courts in Oregon, Illinois preparing for constitutional showdown.

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Virginia Judge Rules Universal Background Check Law Unconstitutional

By Jacob Paulsen / November 18, 2025

A Virginia judge has struck down the state’s universal background check law, ruling it unconstitutional due to conflicts that prevented 18–20-year-old adults from legally acquiring handguns. Here’s what the decision means for gun owners and other states with similar laws.

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US Supreme Court Agrees To Settle The Marijuana Gun Question

By Jacob Paulsen / October 21, 2025

The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case that could determine whether marijuana users can legally own guns under the Second Amendment. Here’s what it means.

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Supreme Court Accepts Case Challenging Hawaii’s Ban on Carrying Guns on Private Property

By Jacob Paulsen / October 7, 2025

Supreme Court accepts Wolford v. Hawaii, targeting the state’s “vampire rule” that defaults to no carry on private property open to the public. What SCOTUS will decide, why DOJ weighed in, and what it means for gun owners nationwide.

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Federal Judge Rules Post Office Gun Ban Unconstitutional — But Not for Everyone

By Jacob Paulsen / October 6, 2025

Important warning up front: This ruling does not automatically make it legal for everyone to carry a firearm in a U.S. Post Office. The decision protects the named individual plaintiffs…

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Florida Court Strikes Down Open Carry Ban — A Landmark Win for the Second Amendment

By Jacob Paulsen / September 25, 2025

Florida appeals court strikes down the state’s open carry ban. What the ruling says, what AG guidance means, and how the change affects gun owners now.

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New York Gets Schooled: Federal Judge Says Non-Residents Can Apply for Carry Permits

By Jacob Paulsen / August 25, 2025

“Breaking: NY court strikes down non-resident concealed carry restrictions. Law-abiding gun owners from other states can now apply for NY permits.

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Victory in the Tenth Circuit: New Mexico’s 7-Day Waiting Period Struck Down

By Jacob Paulsen / August 20, 2025

Tenth Circuit blocks New Mexico’s 7‑day gun‑purchase waiting period as unconstitutional—a win that could shake similar laws in Colorado and beyond.

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Rhode Island Court Rules: States Can Pick Open OR Concealed Carry (But Not Both)

By Jacob Paulsen / August 12, 2025

Federal court rules Rhode Island can restrict open carry if concealed carry is allowed. Major Second Amendment decision affects carry rights nationwide.

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Victory! 9th Circuit Delivers Crushing Blow to California’s Ammunition Background Check Scheme

By Jacob Paulsen / July 26, 2025

VICTORY! 9th Circuit demolishes California’s ammo background check requirements in Rhode v Bonta ruling. CA gun owners can now buy ammo online again!

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Pennsylvania Court Finally Gets It Right on Philadelphia’s Ridiculous Open Carry Ban

By Jacob Paulsen / July 21, 2025

Pennsylvania Superior Court strikes down Philadelphia’s open carry ban as unconstitutional. Learn why this ruling matters for Second Amendment rights.

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GOA Lawsuit Aims to Strike Down 1927 Law Banning Handgun Shipments via USPS

By Jacob Paulsen / July 16, 2025

Gun Owners of America sues to overturn the USPS handgun mailing ban under 18 U.S.C. § 1715. Learn why mailing a lawful handgun shouldn’t be a felony and how this case could restore your Second Amendment rights.

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Ninth Circuit Slaps Down California’s Gun Advertising Ban as Unconstitutional

By Jacob Paulsen / July 7, 2025

The Ninth Circuit Court strikes down California’s gun advertising ban, ruling it unconstitutional. A major win for free speech and the Second Amendment.

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Ninth Circuit Strikes Down California’s One-Gun-a-Month Law as Unconstitutional

By Jacob Paulsen / June 20, 2025

The Ninth Circuit ruled California’s one-gun-a-month law unconstitutional. Learn why the court struck it down, what this means for gun rights, and who fought to win this legal battle.

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