Today, Chief Counsel Josh Prince of the Firearms Industry Consulting Group (“FICG), a division of Civil Rights Defense Firm, P.C., secured a major, en banc (i.e. entire court), victory against the Lower Merion Township's illegal firearm ordinance regulating the location of Federal Firearms Licensees ("FFLs" a.k.a. gun dealers) in Firearm Owners Against Crime – Institute for Legal, Legislative and Educational … Continue reading Monumental Win – Lower Merion Township’s Regulation of Gun Dealers Ruled Unlawful!
Tag: Pennsylvania
Governor Shapiro Signs Sunday Hunting Repeal: What You Need to Know
As we discussed in our previous article, the repeal of the prohibition on Sunday hunting was headed for Governor Shapiro's desk; however, it was unknown whether Governor Shapiro would sign it. Today, we got our answer. Governor Shapiro signed HB 1431, thereby repealing the prohibition on Sunday hunting in the Commonwealth and authorizing the Pennsylvania … Continue reading Governor Shapiro Signs Sunday Hunting Repeal: What You Need to Know
AG Bondi Chastises Montgomery County Sheriff Kilkenny and PA AG Sunday
Pennsylvania residents interested in firearms are likely already aware that Licenses to Carry Firearms necessary to escape the draconian restrictions the General Assembly has placed on the carry of firearms - prohibiting carrying concealed, transporting in a vehicle, open carrying in Philadelphia, and so on (with limited exceptions). For those in the state and not … Continue reading AG Bondi Chastises Montgomery County Sheriff Kilkenny and PA AG Sunday
4th Annual Firearms Safety and Law Seminar with Ron Mest Sports on March 2, 2025
On March 2, 2025, Firearms Industry Consulting Group Attorney Dillon Harris will join Ron Mest Sports and several other presenters for the 4th Annual Firearms Safety and Law Seminar at Pike Township Sportsmen's Association to speak on a number of topics relevant to both new and experienced firearms owners. This is a full-day seminar with … Continue reading 4th Annual Firearms Safety and Law Seminar with Ron Mest Sports on March 2, 2025
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!
Fall Hunting is Here! A few tips to remember when going afield
The Pennsylvania Game Commission (PGC) State Game Wardens (SGW) and Deputy State Game Wardens (DSGW) are law enforcement officers. That means you are not obligated to speak with them and can invoke your right to remain silent. It also means that anything you say to them can and will be used against you in court! … Continue reading Fall Hunting is Here! A few tips to remember when going afield
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
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
PSP Commissioner Requests Stay Pending Appeal of Monumental Second Amendment Decision
Late yesterday, Pennsylvania State Police Commissioner Christopher Paris filed a motion requesting that the monumental Suarez decision be stayed pending appeal to the Third Circuit. Specifically, while baldly asserting that the absence of a stay "will jeopardize officer safety, complicate hundreds of prosecutions, and provide more opportunities for criminals to steal firearms from vehicles," the … Continue reading PSP Commissioner Requests Stay Pending Appeal of Monumental Second Amendment Decision