GRNC Alert 12-8-13: Schumer Exploits 'Plastic Gun' Myth to Ban Ordinary Guns--House Republicans hand Schumer chance to ban thousands of ordinary guns.

What is an “undetectable gun”? It isn't what gun control-pushing politicians like New York senator Chuck Schumer want you to believe it is. 

 

In fact, airports now use “passive body scanners” that detect firearms regardless of what they're made of. And ammunition, made of lead and brass, has never been “invisible”. Apparently Chuck Schumer thinks a gun without ammunition is somehow a threat to national security.

The real threat to national security are politicians who rabidly attack constitutional freedom. Our Republican “friends” in the US House have done us no favor by passing a bill to extend the outdated and useless “undetectable gun” ban.

Now Schumer and his anti-gun majority of Democrats in the US Senate can use it as a vehicle to tack on provisions that ban guns made with any non-metallic parts – even wooden stocks!

Their strategy appears to delay the current ban until after the 2014 election, when Democrats will be more willing to risk their careers voting in favor of gun bans Americans don't want.

The current ban, set to sunset after 10 years on December 9^th needs to sunset. If only Chuck Schumer's tenure would sunset with it...

IMMEDIATE ACTION REQUIRED!                                          

·     Email AND Call NC Senators Kay Hagan and Richard Burr. Tell them the useless “undetectable gun” ban must be allowed to sunset.

·     Call the two Senate leaders: Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell. Tell them the pointless ban must sunset.

·     Help GRNC continue to defend your rights by joining and/or donating HERE or go to: http://www.grnc.org/join-grnc/contribute

Contact Information
CALL Sen. Burr: (202) 224-3154. Email him using the webform here, or go to: http://www.burr.senate.gov/public/index.cfm?FuseAction=Contact.ContactForm
CALL Sen. Hagan: (202) 224-6342. Email her using the webformhere, or go to: http://www.hagan.senate.gov/contact/
CALL Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid at: (202) 224-3542.
CALL Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell at: (202) 224-2541.

LIVER THIS MESSAGE                                                     

Dear Senator,
As you are aware the “undetectable gun” ban will sunset December 9^th if not extended.
Senator Chuck Schumer's proposed one year extension of this ban is a clear attempt to shield anti-gun senators from an unpopular vote during an election year, and to create a vehicle for more draconian gun control legislation in the future.

I insist that you DO NOT SUPPORT the Schumer one year extension.
Given the facts that even “plastic guns” are now easily detected via passive body scanning, and ammunition has always been detectable, this ban is a solution in search of a problem.
It must be allowed to sunset.

Cooperation with Schumer's scheme will cost you my vote.
I will follow progress on this issue through Grass Roots North Carolina alerts.

Sincerely,

                                                                                                                                               

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Letter to the Editor: Obama is Coming! by CCTA member Lou Call

Feb. 5th 2013

Letter to the Editor:  "Obama is coming""""!

This pretty much sums up why the Obama administration is so interested in banning firearms regardless of their claims to the contrary.

Gun control has long been a focus of many in this country. Based on the Founding Fathers' circumstances, it had far more to do with enabling the citizenry to protect themselves against tyrannical government than against local psychopaths. It is about providing a balanced firepower so when King George's successor came knocking on your door, you could fight back. Government today is no less inclined to abuse its authority than it was then. Based on the absurd and ongoing power grab that is present day Washington, it's as threatening as ever.

At the time of our Founding Fathers many colonists were in sympathy with British rule and occupation, much like many of the socialists that are now out in the open. Obama and his hand picked Czars have been doing end runs around our Constitution since he took office. Now the 2nd Amendment stands in the way of total control over Americans; he will use any excuse to bend public opinion to his will. If that fails he will fall back on his infamous Executive Orders using the killing of 20 innocent children in Sandy Hook as an excuse.

After 237 years as a Republic, elements in our government and some neighbors living among us have called this sacred document into question and in particular, the 2nd Amendment.

Too many Americans have died defending our Rights and those of others; much blood has been shed. Our Constitution is still worth fighting and dying for and, God willing, our grand children will benefit from the sacrifice of those who came before them. The last line of the Declaration of Independence speaks to this "And for the support of this Declaration, with firm reliance on the protection of divine Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes and our sacred Honor". Today, can we do less?

Louis Call
New Bern, NC 28562

Do gun bans actually curb violent crime?

Do gun bans actually curb violent crime?

Exclusive: Chuck Norris warns of government's 'overreaching, bureaucratic tentacles'


(Editor’s note: This is Part 2 of Chuck Norris’ three-part series on reducing violent crime in the U.S. Part 1 is available here.)


Who isn’t sickened by the moral decay and heinous acts of violence across our country? My heart and prayers continue to go out to victims everywhere.

Not according to a recent Fox News investigation, “Assault-weapons ban no guarantee mass shootings would decrease, data shows.” The report concludes, “Data published earlier this year showed that while the [Clinton assault] ban was in place, from 1994 to 2004, the number of mass shootings actually rose slightly during that period. Add to that the fact that most gun crimes in America are committed with handguns… [and] as the NRA points out, only a ‘tiny fraction’ of crimes involve assault weapons no matter how it’s measured.”

Examiner.com elaborated, “Crime statistics compiled by a Northeastern University professor, the Census Bureau, and the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel show that in the 10 years before the Clinton gun ban, there were 173 mass shootings with 766 victims. But during the 10 years of the ban, from 1995-2004, there were 182 mass shootings with 820 victims.”


Even in the U.K. when the Firearms Amendment of 1997 completely banned handguns from private citizens – which was prompted by a school massacre – handgun crime doubled over the next decade, according to British government crime reports. That is why U.K. citizens warn Americans in this video, “Don’t let them take your guns!”

CONTINUED:  http://www.wnd.com/2013/01/do-gun-bans-actually-curb-violent-crime/

NC RENEGADE: WHAT HB 650 MEANS FOR YOU – 2nd Amendment Legislation

The following analysis of House Bill 650 is from Grass Roots North Carolina (GRNC). I want to extend my thanks to this organization dedicated to preserving our rights under the 2nd amendment and encourage our readers to support this organization.

David DeGerolamo

WHAT HB 650 MEANS FOR YOU

With HB 650 signed by the Governor and scheduled to become law on December 1, congratulations are due to all who responded to GRNC alerts by calling and e-mailing the NC General Assembly. Thanks are also due volunteers of the Legislative Action Team for many hours spent at the legislature, our Director and Co-Director of Communications for dozens of alerts, often sent with little notice, to our Webmaster for alerts promptly posted, to gun show volunteers for alerts distributed to thousands of gun owners and to all others who helped win this crucial victory. Once again, you have demonstrated the value of an all-volunteer organization in defending our rights.

Like other gun bills this session, HB 650 went through multiple versions, meaning that if you read it, you need to ensure you are reading the correct version. The one signed by the governor may be found at:
http://www.ncga.state.nc.us/Sessions/2011/Bills/House/PDF/H650v6.pdf

Section 1: Thanks largely to the diligence of Rep. Hilton and Sen. Newton, we got a fairly strong version of Castle Doctrine. A few of the main points:

•Legal presumption of “reasonable fear of imminent death or great bodily harm” if the perpetrator makes a “forcible and unlawful” entry into a home, vehicle or workplace. While a few other states cover vehicles, few if any cover workplaces. Note: This presumption is “rebuttable” in court. While that might seem like a weakening amendment, it is likely to help us by ensuring the law isn’t used with criminal intent. Among cases in which the presumption does not apply are against lawful resident of the dwelling, guardians of minors removing them from the premises, and intruders who are attempting to flee.

•Immunity from civil or criminal liability in cases of a justifiable use of deadly force.

•No duty to retreat in any place you have a lawful right to be.

It should be noted that Castle Doctrine does not apply if the “defender” provokes the use of force (with some exceptions) or if the person against whom force is used is a law enforcement officer or bail bondsman in the performance of his or her duties.

Section 2: Repeals old castle language which applied only in the home and which is now replaced with more expansive Castle Doctrine.

Section 3: Establishes or expands concealed carry for district attorneys, retired law officers and, to a limited extent, correctional officers. GRNC did not advocate this section, but did not oppose it as a “sweetener” to facilitate passage of the overall bill.

Section 4: Exempts from criminal prosecution people who accidentally bring guns onto educational property by adding “knowingly” to the requirement to be convicted of a Class I felony.

Section 5: Slightly modifies gun laws in and around courthouses. Most important to gun owners is an exemption allowing concealed handgun permit-holders to keep firearms in closed containers within locked vehicles.

Section 6: Reduces chances of minors becoming “accidental criminals” by adding “willfully and intentionally” to the prohibition on possession of handguns by minors.

Section 7: Changes flaw in current prohibition on possession of firearms by people under “50B orders” (domestic protective orders) such that although the prohibition on possession still exists, ownership is now within the law.

Sections 8 & 9: Resolves conflict between NC statutes with respect to ownership of Title II firearms regulated by the National Firearms Act of 1934. Aligns NC law with 26 US Code.

Section 10: Adds additional identification requirements to existing law under which law enforcement officers purchasing duty weapons are exempt from handgun purchase permit statute.

Section 11: Makes it a crime to provide materially false information when purchasing a firearm, such as done during New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s “sting” operations in other states.

Section 12: Brings NC law into compliance with federal law by allowing North Carolinians to purchase rifles and shotguns in other states, including non-contiguous states.

Section 13: Adds people who have received pardons to list of felons who may have gun rights restored.

Section 14: Makes technical and conforming changes to support other sections.

Section 15: Limits use of medical/mental health history data collected by sheriffs as part of concealed handgun applications.

Section 16: Makes minor change to concealed handgun permit application.

Section 17: Shortens concealed handgun permit application period from 90 days to 45 days provided mental health checks are complete.

Section 18: Deletes finger print requirement for renewal of concealed handgun permits.

Section 19: Removes social security numbers from concealed handgun permits.

Section 20: Makes technical changes to prohibitions on duplicating or altering concealed handgun permits.

Section 21(a): Reduces penalty for minor transgressions regarding permits (e.g. failure to have a permit on your person while carrying concealed) from, in some cases, Class 2 misdemeanors to infractions.

Section 21(b): Amends statewide firearms preemption such that local governments may still ban firearms “on local government buildings and their appurtenant premises,” but may no longer ban firearms in parks. Due to the weakening amendment made by Rep. David Guice, a local government may still ban firearms in specifically named “recreational facilities” (defined as playgrounds, athletic fields, swimming pools, and athletic facilities), but gun owners may still keep firearms in enclosed compartments within motor vehicles.

Section 22(a): Improves concealed handgun reciprocity to a straight recognition law wherein any concealed handgun permit issued in another state is valid in North Carolina.

Section 22(b): Expands concealed carry for district attorneys to a broad range of areas not normally legal for permit-holders.

Section 23: Amends firearms surrender for individuals under domestic 50B (protective) orders such that although the individual still may not possess firearms, legal ownership is no longer prohibited.

Section 24: Amends G.S. 50B to remove ownership from crimes punishable as a Class H felony.

Section 25: Enables legislators and staff to keep firearms in vehicles on state-owned parking lots. Again, GRNC does not support privileges for elite groups, but did not oppose the measure in the interest of getting the whole bill passed.

http://ncrenegade.com/editorial/what-hb-650-means-for-you-2nd-amendment-legislation/#more-3468

Gun Owners of America

Concealed Carry Reform Bill Could Move This Week in House of Representatives

Please contact your state Representative!

A bill to allow Right-to-Carry permit holders to carry concealed firearms in restaurants that serve alcohol may come to the floor of the NC House as early as Wednesday. The bill was reportedly delayed by members of the Republican caucus, so pressure is needed to be sure this bill comes up for a vote.

Introduced by state Representatives Mark Hilton (R-96), Jeff Barnhart (R-82), Fred Steen (R-76), and Kelly Hastings (R-110), HB 111, repeals the restaurant ban for concealed carry permit holders, prohibits local government from banning permit holders from carrying in local parks, and protects permit holders who carry in State Parks.

This good bill was amended by anti-gunner Rep. Debra Ross (D-38) to allow restaurant servers to ask anyone served alcohol whether they are carrying firearms. Gun Owners of America opposes this "poison pill" amendment and urges the legislature to remove it from the bill. Permit holders are not allowed to consume alcohol while carrying, but are not prohibited from ordering for a spouse or friend. It is an unnecessary amendment that gives wait staff a law-enforcement function and exposes the permit holder to unwanted attention.

Please contact your state Representative rights away and urge him or her to support efforts to remove the Ross amendment, and to support the passage of House Bill 111. Click HERE to locate your Representative. Legislators are listed by county; simply follow the link for contact information.

http://gunowners.org/nc03222011.htm