Getting pulled over for a routine traffic stop can be nerve-wracking under normal circumstances. But when a police officer suspects you of driving while intoxicated (DWI) – whether you’ve been drinking or not – the situation can escalate quickly. Many drivers don’t realize that police officers use specific tactics to gather evidence against them, sometimes …
A Texas mother’s legal battle after defending her home with deadly force has sparked a new bill aimed at protecting renters from eviction. The legislation, known as the Aleah Wallace Act, was filed by State Rep. Carrie Isaac to ensure that renters who use justified force to protect themselves or their families cannot be evicted. …
Traffic stops can be routine, but they can also turn into situations where police officers use subtle tricks to gather evidence or escalate the encounter. Many people don’t realize that officers are trained to use psychological tactics and legal loopholes to get drivers to incriminate themselves or consent to searches they don’t have to allow. …
When it comes to intelligence and law enforcement in the United States, two agencies dominate the conversation – the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA). These organizations operate in separate spheres, each with its own responsibilities, but their roles often overlap in ways that blur the lines between domestic law …
The Minnesota Supreme Court has ruled that a vehicle’s interior qualifies as a public space when driven on public roads. This decision, reported by Jeff Day of the Star Tribune, stemmed from a case involving Kyaw Be Bee, a St. Paul man arrested in May 2022. Bee was initially stopped on suspicion of catalytic converter …
A federal judge has struck down Maine’s recently enacted 72-hour waiting period on gun purchases, ruling it unconstitutional. U.S. District Judge Lance Walker issued an injunction halting enforcement of the law, arguing that the waiting period amounted to “indiscriminate dispossession” of law-abiding citizens. His decision, as reported by Kevin Miller at Maine Public, aligns with …
The unexpected knock of law enforcement at your front door can be a stressful and uncertain moment. What are your rights? Should you open the door? Can the police enter without a warrant? These are questions that criminal defense attorneys and civil rights experts have answered in depth. Attorneys Richard Hayes and Emily Taylor from …
A federal judge in Mississippi has just dismissed a machine gun possession charge, marking the second time in recent history that such a case has been thrown out. Chris Eger of Guns.com first reported on the case, U.S. vs. Justin Bryce Brown, explaining that Judge Carlton W. Reeves ruled the federal charge was inconsistent with …
The battle over federal firearm regulations has taken a sharp turn as Representative Tracey Mann of Kansas reintroduces the Reining In Federal Licensing Enforcement (RIFLE) Act. The bill aims to protect Federal Firearms Licensees (FFLs) from what many gun rights advocates see as blatant overreach by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF). …
The SHUSH Act, short for the Silencers Helping Us Save Hearing Act, has been introduced in both the U.S. Senate and House with the goal of completely removing suppressors from the National Firearms Act (NFA). Led by Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) and Congressman Michael Cloud (TX-27), the bill aims to eliminate suppressor regulations entirely, treating …
Navigating encounters with law enforcement, especially regarding firearms, can be a complex and intimidating experience. Whether at home or during a traffic stop, knowing your rights is crucial. Here are five essential tips from a pro-Second Amendment attorney on what to do if police or ATF agents want to see your guns. Tip 1: Know …
A major decision by the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals has struck down the longstanding federal restriction preventing adults aged 18 to 20 from purchasing handguns from licensed dealers. The three-judge panel ruled unanimously that this prohibition violates the Second Amendment, delivering a substantial victory to gun rights advocates. Federal Ban Declared Unconstitutional Jake Fogleman …
A new bill in the New York State Assembly, A2228, aims to regulate the sale of 3D printers capable of producing firearm components. If passed, the law would require background checks and fingerprint-based FBI screenings before anyone in New York could purchase a qualifying printer. Requiring a Stronger Legislative Response The bill, introduced by Assemblymember …
The lawsuit filed by Mexico against Smith & Wesson and other gun manufacturers is rapidly gaining attention as multiple U.S. states align with Mexico in a legal battle that could reshape the future of firearm liability. At the heart of the case is the claim that gun manufacturers knowingly facilitate illegal arms trafficking into Mexico, …
Gun owners often think of the ATF as a distant federal agency that only deals with large-scale firearm crimes. But in reality, everyday gun owners can find themselves on the agency’s radar without even realizing they’ve done anything wrong. Many legal gray areas and overlooked technicalities can trigger an unwanted knock at your door. Whether …