NEW ORLEANS, LA – In the wake of a devastating mass shooting outside the Republic NOLA nightclub that left one woman dead and 11 others injured, some local leaders and law enforcement officials are wrongly pointing fingers at Louisiana’s upcoming permitless carry law. This law, which will allow individuals legally entitled to own a firearm to carry it concealed without…
NEW ORLEANS, LA – Amidst changing gun legislation, Louisiana SB419 is raising concerns for those advocating for expanded concealed carry rights. Slated for review by the Senate Local and Municipal Affairs Committee on April 17, 2024, this bill seeks to establish “gun-free zones” specifically targeting individuals carrying concealed without a permit, as permitted by the new constitutional carry law effective…
The California Department of Justice has introduced an emergency regulation package that significantly impacts Carry Concealed Weapon (CCW) license regulations and the qualifications for becoming a DOJ Certified Instructor. Initially filed with the Secretary of State on January 2, 2024, the regulation mandates applicants to present a training certificate from designated programs, including the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services,…
Following the Supreme Court’s pivotal Bruen decision, New Jersey has witnessed an exponential increase in concealed carry permit applications, demonstrating a seismic shift in gun ownership trends within the state. Data from the New Jersey Attorney General unveils the contours of this change, with the state experiencing a surge from fewer than 2,000 applications before June 2022 to over 33,000…
LOCUST, NV – In a case of negligence, a shopping trip at the Locust Walmart on the evening of March 16th took an unexpected turn when a firearm fell out of a man’s holster causing it to discharge. As detailed by the Locust Police Department, the situation, initially feared to be an active shooter event, was quickly understood to be…
ST. TAMMANY PARISH, LA – In an incident that’s stirring discussions on gun control and public safety, St. Tammany Parish District 9 Councilman David Cougle found himself at the center of controversy after bringing a concealed weapon to a council meeting on March 7. The meeting, focused on the St. Tammany Library system, was anticipated to be contentious, prompting Cougle…
CHEYENNE, WY – In a pivotal move for gun rights in Wyoming, the state’s legislature has passed a significant bill that could see the end of gun-free zones within the state. The legislation, House Bill 125 (see below), has now been placed on Governor Mark Gordon’s desk, leaving the state and its citizens in suspense over its fate. Will it…
On the heels of Louisiana’s recent move to permitless carry, South Carolina is poised to become the 29th state to adopt Constitutional Carry laws, marking a significant advancement for gun rights advocates. The South Carolina Senate passed the Constitutional Carry Bill with a 28-18 vote, shortly after the House’s approval at an 86-33 vote. The approved bill permits any legally…
LAS VEGAS, NV – The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) has issued a warning to the community about a fake concealed carry weapons (CCW) instructor who has allegedly been conducting fraudulent CCW classes. The instructor, identified as Nephi Oliva, is accused of multiple charges including forgery, fraud or deceit in the course of occupation, and using personal identifying information…
On February 28, 2024, the Louisiana House passed Senate Bill 1 in a majority 75-28 vote. The bill, authored by USPSA Grand Master and member of the Louisiana Senate, was pushed through the House with little opposition. Previously, Louisiana had a bill land on the desk of the former governor, John Bel Edwards, only to be swiftly vetoed. Senate Bill…