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Why can't we have this governor in Virginia! That is two victories this month.

Wyoming: Governor Freudenthal Signs Castle Doctrine Bill!

In a message posted on his website today, Thursday, March 13, Wyoming Governor Dave Freudenthal (D) announced that he has signed House Bill 137, introduced by State Representative Lorraine Quarberg (R-28), otherwise known as the Castle Doctrine measure. While the bill was stripped of its "no duty to retreat in a public place" provision, the version that was sent to the Governor's desk did keep the "no duty to retreat inside one's home" language as well as the provision that individuals whose homes are unlawfully entered cannot be held civilly liable if they use deadly force to defend their home, self or family.

Rich

So if I got this right Timmy Boy says I can't carry into a restaurant even if I don't drink, but Commonwealth Attorneys and Deputy Attorneys can and down a few for good measure.

I hope he's on some hooker's list somewhere as Client10.

Here it is;

Update on Legislation in Wisconsin!

Governor Jim Doyle (D) finally sided with Wisconsins law-abiding gun owners and signed Assembly Bill 581. AB 581 will prevent government authorities from confiscating firearms from law-abiding citizens, such as occurred in New Orleans in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.

This is the Castle Doctrine law all states need:



West Virginia Governor Signs Castle Doctrine Legislation!

On Wednesday, March 12, Governor Joe Manchin, (D) signed Senate Bill 145, West Virginias Castle Doctrine bill, into law. SB145 will permit law-abiding citizens to use force, including deadly force, against an attacker in their homes and any places outside of their home where they have a legal right to be. It is clearly stated that there is no duty to retreat from an attacker, allowing law-abiding citizens to stand their ground to protect themselves and their family. SB145 also protects individuals from civil lawsuits by the attacker or the attackers family when force is used. Please contact Governor Manchin and thank him for preserving your Second Amendment right to self-defense. The Governor can be reached by phone at (304) 558-2000 or email Governor@WVGov.org.

This is good. Without these laws, any 'shall issue' state law are essentially worthless.

But even with these laws extending 'immunity' against criminal/civil prosecution...it is not that easy.

If you can't 'sell' your conduct to fit the law's parameters, you are still going to be drawn into the 'black Hole' _

Here is where 'education' is paramount.

Oh boy... Reports of the session on the 2nd Amendment bode well for the citizens. I would not be surprised to see a 6 to 3 decision in late June that affirms an individual right to keep and bear arms!

Life is good.

Rich

Rich, et al

there is a direct link to the transcript of yesterday's arguments on my forum (Martial Arts and the Law). It is 110 pages but a great read -

All the best

John Page

Thanks for the link John.

Rich

Utah Governor Signs Emergency Powers Bill!

On Monday, March 17, Governor Jon Huntsman, Jr. (R) signed Senate Bill 157 into law.SB157, sponsored by State Senator Mark Madsen (R-13), would prevent the state of Utah from restricting the possession, transfer, sale, transport, storage, display, or use of firearms or ammunition during a declared state of emergency. Simply put, this legislation will prevent government authorities from confiscating firearms from law-abiding citizens, such as occurred in New Orleans in the wake of Hurricane Katrina.

Rich

Van

Good post - actually I put a link to this case on the Martial Arts and the Law forum when the case first came out. I think the thread was "Dont let crazy people near your guns"

If the link is still good, you can read the entire decision there.

John

Federal Firearms Transportation Statute:

The federal firearms transportation statute basically states that you are allowed to transport a legally owned firearm through any state as long as you meet the following requirements.

1. Your weapon is kept unloaded and stored in a separate compartment not readily accessible by either the driver or passengers.

2. Any ammunition is kept separate from location of firearms and is also not readily accessible by either the driver or passengers.

If there is not a separate compartment available in the vehicle then the firearm must be kept in a locked container and stored somewhere other than the glove box or console.