Recently, I had the opportunity to address whether a Pennsylvania Bar applicant may lawfully and ethically refuse to disclose on the application that he/she filed for or obtained a license to carry firearms (LTCF) because of the confidentiality provisions of 18 Pa.C.S. § 6111(i). Several weeks ago, a client and soon-to-be Bar applicant contacted me … Continue reading Does a PA Bar Applicant Have to Disclose that He/She Filed For or Obtained a License to Carry Firearms?
Category: Firearms Law
The Constitutional Right Against Self Incrimination Applies Even to the PA Game Commission
By Tom Beveridge Jack Coble of Perry County believes in his constitutional rights. In fact, he spent thousands of dollars to fight a citation he received from a Pennsylvania Game Commission officer - and he won! On November 7, 2012, a Deputy Wildlife Conservation Officer Steven Shaffer entered Mr. Coble's farm to investigate a tip … Continue reading The Constitutional Right Against Self Incrimination Applies Even to the PA Game Commission
Gun Control Proponent Leland Yee Charged With Brokering Arms Deals for Automatic Weapons and Missiles.
We told you earlier we would bring you an update when Leland Yee's Arrest Affidavit was released, well it was released a little while ago, and it is far more than the base corruption and bribery reported earlier. It appears that Yee was also brokering major arms deals. The San Diego Union-Tribune reported that: The allegations … Continue reading Gun Control Proponent Leland Yee Charged With Brokering Arms Deals for Automatic Weapons and Missiles.
U.S. Supreme Court Decides What Constitutes Domestic Violence
Today, in the matter of U.S. v. Castleman, 12–1371, the U.S. Supreme Court issued its decision relating to what constitutes a "misdemeanor crime of domestic violence." The brief background is that in 2001 Mr. Castleman pled guilty in Tennessee to "intentionally or knowingly caus[ing] bodily injury to” the mother of his child, in violation of … Continue reading U.S. Supreme Court Decides What Constitutes Domestic Violence
BREAKING NEWS: Noted Gun Control and Video Game Censorship Proponent Leland Yee Arrested for Bribery and Corruption
Leland Lee is well known for his "crusade" to ban bullet buttons* and "violent video games"**, and he's also now becoming well known for being arrested for bribery and corruption and possible ties to the triads. ABC 7 in San Francisco reported Sources confirm to ABC7 News that State Senator Leland Yee has been arrested on … Continue reading BREAKING NEWS: Noted Gun Control and Video Game Censorship Proponent Leland Yee Arrested for Bribery and Corruption
Third Class City Code Reenacted with Firearm Protections
Like to most Pennsylvanians, it is probably a surprise to our readers that the Third Class City Code, 53 P.S. § 35101, et seq., was up for reenactment, as it was set to expire. Yesterday, March 19, 2014, Governor Corbett signed the re-codification, SB 497, into law. Few would even take note of the re-codification but … Continue reading Third Class City Code Reenacted with Firearm Protections
Case to Watch: Drake v. Jerejian
By Allen Thompson, Esq. UPDATE: The Supreme Court, on Monday, denied the petition, declining to accept the case for review. No opinion was issued as to the denial. UPDATE: The case has been distributed for today's conference. UPDATE: The docket now reflects that Respondents have timely filed their response. The Supreme Court of the United States … Continue reading Case to Watch: Drake v. Jerejian
How will today’s sanctions against Russia impact Firearm’s owners?
In a press conference earlier today, the President announced new sanctions to be imposed against those deemed responsible and also providing support for the current crisis in the Crimea. The President stated: Today, I’m announcing a series of measures that will continue to increase the cost on Russia and on those responsible for what is … Continue reading How will today’s sanctions against Russia impact Firearm’s owners?
California Gun-Owners Seek Relief at U.S. Supreme Court
By Allen Thompson, Esq. UPDATE: Justice Kennedy has denied the requested injunction, according to SCOTUSblog. UPDATE: The City of Sunnyvale responded before the 3 pm deadline, arguing that the residents had not met their burden required to enjoin enforcement during the pendency of the appeal. Read the Response here. Several residents of Sunnyvale, California, have … Continue reading California Gun-Owners Seek Relief at U.S. Supreme Court
Preliminary and Permanent Injunction Granted Against the City of Erie
On February 21st, 2014, Erie Court of Common Pleas President Judge Ernest DiSantis, Jr. issued an Order granting not only Justin Dillon's request for a preliminary injunction against the City of Erie's Ordinance 955.06 but also his request for a permanent injunction. In the very simple Order, Judge DiSantis wrote, "AND NOW, this 21st day … Continue reading Preliminary and Permanent Injunction Granted Against the City of Erie
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