Today, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court issued a 55 page, unanimous decision in Crawford, et al. v. Commonwealth, et al., 19 EAP 2022, affirming the Commonwealth Court's decision throwing out the City of Philadelphia's lawsuit contending that Pennsylvania's firearm and ammunition preemption statute - 18 Pa.C.S. 6120 - was unconstitutional on numerous grounds. In fact, the … Continue reading MONUMENTAL Decision By The Pa Supreme Court Regarding Firearm Preemption In The Commonwealth!
Author: Joshua Prince, Esq.
With our 2nd Amendment rights being attacked at both the Federal and State level, and the ATF (Burea of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives) trying to close down FFLs (Federal Firearms Licensees) for minor infractions while making FFLs the scapegoat when the ATF's records are inaccurate, I want to take this opportunity to introduce myself. I am one of only a handful of attorneys across the US that practices in the niche area of law known as firearms law. I decided to concentrate my legal practice on firearms law not only because I am a shooter and firearms enthusiast, but also to ensure that our inalienable Right to Keep and Bear Arms is never encroached upon.
I handle cases at the Federal and State level for both FFLs and individuals. At the federal and state levels for individuals, I actively defend the 2nd Amendment of the US Constitution and Section 21 of the PA Constitution, as well as, help individuals with:
- License to Carry Firearms Denials;
- Challenges to Erroneous PICS Denials;
- Relief from Firearms Disabilities;
- Estate Planning Advice;
- Gun/NFA Trusts; and
- 42 USC 1983 Actions for Deprivation of Civil Rights
At both the state and federal levels, I represent FFLs and SOTs throughout Pennsylvania and the US regarding:
- ATF Compliance Inspections;
- Warning Letters and Hearings;
- FFL Revocations;
- Corporate Structure Advice
- Indoor/Outdoor Range Implementation; and
- Forfeiture Proceedings
In following my love for firearms and firearms law, I have taught several Continuing Legal Education (CLE) seminars on Firearms in Estates and Trusts and Firearms Law 101 for several Bar Associations, including Berks, Cumberland, and Dauphin Counties. I also planned and taught several Firearms in Estates CLE classes for the Pennsylvania Bar Institute (PBI).
While at Widener Law School, I was a member of the Widener Law Journal. I wrote an article on the Inaccuracy of the National Firearms Registration and Transfer Record (NFRTR). I also had an article published on Fee Disputes in Workers Compensation cases in the Widener Law Journal, Volume 18, No. 2.
You can often find me posting on several internet forums, including Subguns, Uzitalk, AR15, and PAFOA. I also hold PA Firearms Law classes for local ranges to inform the public on the firearm laws of the Commonwealth.
Following in my father's footsteps, I am also a Board member for the Pottstown Police Athletic League (PAL).
Pennsylvania Attorney General Henry Puts Out Politically Prompted Disinformation Regarding Voting While Carrying a Firearm!
As our viewers know, almost every election cycle, we put out an article that reviews the general right to carry a firearm, while voting, and location limitations. The most recent one was: Primary Election on May 16, 2023: Carrying a Firearm While Voting – It’s Political Speech and It’s Lawful! Today, I became aware that PA … Continue reading Pennsylvania Attorney General Henry Puts Out Politically Prompted Disinformation Regarding Voting While Carrying a Firearm!
Investigation Urged: Voters Seemingly Disenfranchised in Bucks County
Recently, a video has been circulating seemingly showing Bucks County Peace Officer C.Geiger (likely Charles D. Geiger) and other individuals with "Voter Protection" credentials denying access to voters in Quakertown, even though, they acknowledge that voting was supposed to be available until 4:30PM and they had precluded individuals from joining the line since 1:45PM, which … Continue reading Investigation Urged: Voters Seemingly Disenfranchised in Bucks County
Russian Roulette PT 16: The End … Or a New Beginning?
Foreword by Joshua Prince As my viewers know, the Russian Roulette series began on July 17, 2023 after my unsuccessful primary campaign for Commonwealth Court judge and my initial intent to bring to light the horrific ways our Party treats its candidates; however, as I explained in that first article, I realized that such would … Continue reading Russian Roulette PT 16: The End … Or a New Beginning?
The Supreme Court’s Order in Relation to Lara v. PSP, Explained
As there has been a lot of confusion and misinformation regarding the U.S. Supreme Court's Order yesterday in Lara, et al v. PSP Commissioner, I thought it prudent to explain what actually occurred and what it means. First and foremost, the Order did not address the merits of the matter. Rather, as is customary when the … Continue reading The Supreme Court’s Order in Relation to Lara v. PSP, Explained
Victory for Gun Owners: Harrisburg’s Ordinances Overturned
Several days ago, unbeknownst to all Parties involved and after 9 years of litigation, Chief Counsel Joshua Prince of the Firearms Industry Consulting Group (“FICG), a division of Civil Rights Defense Firm, P.C., secured a major victory against the City of Harrisburg's illegal firearm ordinances in Firearm Owners Against Crime - Institute for Legal, Legislative and Educational Action, et al. … Continue reading Victory for Gun Owners: Harrisburg’s Ordinances Overturned
Third Circuit Court Of Appeals To Review Stay in Suarez, et al. v. Paris Case
As our viewers are aware, on Monday, District Court Judge Christopher Conner granted PSP Commissioner Paris' request to stay his decision striking down major portions of the Uniform Firearms Act in Suarez, et al. v. PSP Commissioner, 1:21-cv-710 (Middle District of PA). Today, Chief Counsel Joshua Prince of the Firearms Industry Consulting Group (“FICG), a division of Civil Rights Defense … Continue reading Third Circuit Court Of Appeals To Review Stay in Suarez, et al. v. Paris Case
PSP Commissioner Paris’ Stay Request Before The District Court Is Granted In Suarez, Et Al. v. Paris
Minutes ago, Judge Christopher Conner granted PSP Commissioner Paris' request to stay the decision rendered in Suarez, et al. v. PSP Commissioner, 1:21-cv-710 (Middle District of PA), even though the Commissioner not only failed to comply with the Local Rules of the Middle District of Pennsylvania but more importantly, the Third Circuit has stated it … Continue reading PSP Commissioner Paris’ Stay Request Before The District Court Is Granted In Suarez, Et Al. v. Paris
Firearms Industry Consulting Group’s Twenty-Fourth bi-Annual Machinegun Shoot – October 26, 2024!
Firearms Industry Consulting Group® (FICG®), a division of Civil Rights Defense Firm, P.C., will be hosting our twenty-fourth bi-annual machine gun shoot at Eastern Lancaster County Rod and Gun Club on Saturday, October 26, 2024, in celebration of the 2nd Amendment of the US Constitution, and Article 1, Section 21 of the PA Constitution. Eastern … Continue reading Firearms Industry Consulting Group’s Twenty-Fourth bi-Annual Machinegun Shoot – October 26, 2024!
FOAC-ILLEA Challenges Unlawful Firearm Discharge Ordinance in Barrett Township
Yesterday, Chief Counsel Joshua Prince of the Firearms Industry Consulting Group (“FICG), a division of Civil Rights Defense Firm, P.C., filed a letter on behalf of Firearm Owners Against Crime – Institute for Legal, Legislative and Educational Action (FOAC-ILLEA) with Barrett Township Chairwoman Gardsy and Members of the Board of Supervisors regarding their recent consideration of an unlawful and unconstitutional firearm discharge ordinance. As addressed … Continue reading FOAC-ILLEA Challenges Unlawful Firearm Discharge Ordinance in Barrett Township
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