BREAKING: Oral Argument Fireworks In AB 2571 Case!
Today’s oral arguments in Junior Sports Magazines, Inc. v. Bonta supplied some fireworks, especially when the state’s lawyers took the lectern to defend the provisions of AB 2571.
The three-judge panel the state’s attorneys aggressively, particularly when they attempted to exclude portions of the law from the injunction. Because the case involves First Amendment concerns as well, restrictions imposed by the law must hold up to the strictest of scrutiny and be narrowly tailored to the purpose.
“We are pleased to see that the panel in the Ninth Circuit grasped the issues in this appeal so readily and held the state’s feet to the fire in not allowing their games to continue to impact the rights of young gun owners in California,” said CRPA President & General Counsel Chuck Michel. “We are hopeful for a solid ruling from this panel as CRPA continues to defend the rights of all gun owners.”
In the coming days, we’ll have greater analysis of today’s oral arguments, the next steps in this case, and its impact on other 2A battleground cases.
In the meantime, please support our efforts on this important case!