Judge Grants Summary Judgement Against California Law Denying Restored Gun Rights

BELLEVUE, WA – A federal judge in California has granted summary judgment to three individuals in a lawsuit challenging that state’s Penal Code which permanently denies Second Amendment rights to people who have had felony convictions vacated, set aside or dismissed, and their rights to possess firearms fully restored. The case is known as Linton v. Bonta.

U.S. District Judge James Donato in the Northern District of California wrote, “After multiple hearings and several rounds of briefing, and in light of the guidance provided by New York State Rifle & Pistol Association, Inc. v. Bruen…the Court concludes that California has violated the Second Amendment rights of the individual plaintiffs. Consequently, summary judgment is granted in favor of (Chad) Linton, (Paul McKinley) Stewart, and (Kendall) Jones on their as applied Second Amendment claim.”

The case was originally filed in December 2018. They are represented by attorney George Lee of Seiler Epstein, LLP in San Francisco. The challenge was originally brought by SAF, the Calguns Foundation, Madison Society Foundation, Firearms Policy Coalition and Firearms Policy Foundation and the three individuals. In his opinion, Judge Donato dismissed all the institutional plaintiffs. SAF continues to support the case.

According to SAF Executive Director Adam Kraut, “The three individual plaintiffs were all convicted of non-violent felonies in other states decades ago. None of the convictions involved a weapon, drugs, or violence, in the ordinary meaning of the word. Each of the plaintiffs had their conviction vacated, set aside, or dismissed, and their right to possess firearms restored by the jurisdiction in which they were convicted. Linton legally acquired firearms in California on prior occasions, and Jones was a career law enforcement officer in California with special training and certification as a firearms instructor. Even so, California acted to permanently deny them of the right to possess or own firearms, solely on the basis of their original convictions.” Read more

Gun Control

Army Tests New Rifle, Automatic Rifle in Extreme Weather

Soldiers at the Cold Regions Test Center in Fort Greely, Alaska, where temperatures dipped to 35 degrees below zero last month, tested the Next Generation Squad Weapon (NGSW) XM7 rifle and XM250 automatic rifle in various mission-oriented tasks under conditions one might experience in the Arctic.

Testing began in earnest in late January after a week of foundational new equipment training to familiarize the Soldiers with the weapons, which will be fielded, beginning this year, to members of the Close Combat Force, which includes infantry Soldiers, cavalry scouts, combat engineers, forward observers and combat medics.

The NGSW system includes the two weapons, an advanced fire control and a 6.8 mm family of ammunition.

The NGSW team, which comprises the Soldier Lethality Cross-Functional Team (SL CFT), Program Executive Office Soldier, Joint Program Executive Office Armaments & Ammunition and industry partners, worked with a team from the Army Test and Evaluation Command to see how the extreme cold might affect the performance of the weapons, the ammunition, the fire control and power supplies.

Testing wrapped up Feb. 9, and results will be made available to Army senior leaders soon. Read more

Firearms

Smith & Wesson M&P15 Sport III Rifle

MARYVILLE, TN. – Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ Global Select: SWBI), a leader in firearm manufacturing and design, announces today the release of the new M&P15 Sport III rifle.

Designed to perform under various conditions, the Smith & Wesson Sport Series is as versatile as it is reliable. Building on the proven Sport II platform, the next iteration comes equipped with enhancements to increase performance while being offered at a lower price. The Sport III is a gas-operated semi-auto MSR chambered in 5.56 NATO/223 REM, and is offered in 30+1 and 10+1 capacities. Upgrades to this platform include a 16-inch Armornite® coated barrel with a threaded muzzle, 5R rifling, and a 1:8-inch twist that allows for a wider variety of ammo to be used. The barrel, housed in a free-floating 15-inch M-LOK® handguard with a full-length Picatinny-style rail, offers more options to accessorize than previous generations. The Sport III utilizes a mid-length gas system to help mitigate felt recoil when shooting and it also ships with a 6-position adjustable stock, polymer grip, bolt forward assist, and chromed firing pin.

If you’re looking for your first rifle, or just want to expand the collection, the M&P15 Sport III is a reliable platform for a great price. The new M&P15 Sport III rifle has an MSRP of $799 and is available now at authorized dealers. Read more

Firearms

TWN Industries and Dark Systems Team Up to Decorate American Flag K9 Helmets

This innovative project features man’s best friend. For people in the armed forces, not only do K9 units play a crucial role in helping them accomplish their mission, but they also become an important support system almost like family.

Dark Systems has developed a protective helmet for K9s in military, hunting, and police applications. They are designed to protect from excessive UV light, dense brush, smoke inhalation and can be used after eye surgery.

The helmet shown above is their Fourth of July special edition DarkFighter helmet, which showcases TWN’s WTP-1079 Battle Worn Color pattern. Dark Systems is also using our camo patterns for mission-critical tactical operations.

Want to stay ahead of the competition just like Dark Systems? Give us a call to customize your products in Battle Worn today! Read more

Hunting

ALPS OutdoorZ Introduces the Dialed-In Rifle Vest

ALPS OutdoorZ, the premiere manufacturer of extreme-duty hunting packs and outdoor gear, rolls into the 2024 hunting season with the all-new Dialed-In Rifle Vest.

Presented in high-visibility blaze orange, the Dialed-In Rifle Vest is a far step away from the floppy, flappy, and often ill-fitting safety vests of decades past. Made from a comfortable and trim 4-way stretch fabric to prevent movement restrictions, this vest is offered in six different sizes to ensure a sleek, non-obstructive fit. No more snagging rifle scopes and branches or hanging up the firearm buttstock like the old-school universal-fit vests. Read more

Firearms

Actor and Author Capt. Dale A. Dye Returns to the Black Sands of Iwo Jima for The Armory Life

The Armory Life™ is proud to announce that respected military consultant, actor, director and writer Capt. Dale Dye, USMC (Ret) has authored an article on World War II’s Battle of Iwo Jima, commemorating the 79th anniversary of this pivotal battle that began on February 19th, 1945. In this piece, he recounts one of the U.S. Marine Corps’ most revered, yet costly victories.

Beginning with his first trip as a young Marine in the mid-1960s, Capt. Dye has visited that hallowed ground three times. Over these visits, he was able to climb to the location of the famed flag raising on Mount Suribachi, viewing from that vantage point infamous battle sites such as the Quarry, the Amphitheater, Turkey Knob, Hills 362A, B and C, and the Motoyama airstrips.

During his time there, he explored many of these sites as well as crawled through caves packed with rusty weapons, ammo and little housekeeping items left by the men who fought and died there. On one visit, he was able to find rare porcelain mess tins marked with the anchor and rising sun symbol of the Rikusentai, or Japanese Special Naval Landing Force. Read more

General

InfiRay Outdoor Announces the FINDER V2 640 35mm Thermal Rangefinder (FH35RV2)

iRayUSA, the United States Distributor of InfiRay Outdoor thermal optics, introduces the FINDER V2 – a handheld 640-resolution thermal monocular with an integrated laser rangefinder.

The InfiRay Outdoor FINDER V2 combines a powerful thermal viewer with a handheld laser rangefinder, giving hunters the ability to identify targets at night and accurately determine their range. A 640×512 thermal sensor paired with a 3× 35 mm f/0.9 lens provides a crisp image with ample room for digital zoom, ideal for viewing wildlife or recording photos and videos. The FINDER V2 pairs 800-yard infrared laser rangefinding capability (continuous or single capture) with a 1,750-yard thermal detection range in a compact unit that fits in the palm of your hand. The FINDER V2 ships with two IBP-2 batteries, each providing 3+ hours of run time. A proximity sensor automatically powers off the display when moved away from the viewer’s eye to reduce power consumption and visible light signature.

The new FINDER V2 (FH35RV2) launches with an ultra-competitive price of $2,499. Read more

Optics

Antler King Debuts Everything But The Kitchen Sink Premium Feed

For a healthy herd and optimal antler growth, deer need comprehensive nutrition. That’s why Antler King developed a premium feed that features just about everything – Everything But The Kitchen Sink.

With an expertly crafted blend of high-quality oats, wheat, corn, barley, protein pellets, and more, Everything But The Kitchen Sink provides the essential nutrients for thriving deer populations.

It enhances antler growth, supports functions such as muscle development, immune system function, and healthy digestion, boosts energy throughout all seasons, and contributes to a lustrous coat. Read more

Wildlife

TROY Introduces the Troy Long Rifle (TLR) MK11 Mod.1 & MK11 Mod.1 CSASS

TROY® Industries, is proud to announce the Troy Long Rifle (TLR) MK11 Mod.1 series of performance driven precision rifles. With the MK11 you’ll experience long range precision like never before in the hard-hitting .308 semi-auto platform.

The MK11 Mod.1 is more than a concept gun. A dependable sub-MOA platform, when you get behind the MK11 Mod.1 it’s easy to take the rifle’s accuracy for granted. Over half a dozen men and women — ranging in skill from brand-new to professional shooters — were able to consistently ring steel at 1,400 meters.

The MK11 Mod.1 offers incredible precision in a semi-auto chassis. Troy has meticulously chosen 18” 1:10 twist barrels for the MK11 Mod. 1, a rock-solid, proven foundation for this tack-driving rifle. Chambered in .308, the MK11 Mod.1 gives you pinpoint accuracy with a dynamic range of 7.62 and .308 cartridge loadings. The medium profile keeps the muzzle-end weight down while maintaining accuracy and barrel harmonics over more demanding, longer shot strings. And the rifle-length gas system ensures you’ll be able to squeeze off quick follow-up shots with this smooth precision rifle. Read more

Firearms

Help Stop Invasive Species During National Invasive Species Awareness Week

National Invasive Species Awareness Week is an international annual event held February 26 through March 3, 2024, looking to raise awareness about invasive species, the threat they pose, and what can do together to prevent their spread. In support of NISAW, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is encouraging all Michiganders to do their part to prevent the spread of invasive species.

Invasive species are plants, animals, insects, and pathogens not native to an area and can cause serious harm to the environment, economy, agriculture, or public health. These pests often are fast growing, reproduce rapidly, and have few predators or natural controls in their new environments.

“Our department works tirelessly to prevent the spread of these pests, but getting everyone involved in prevention and detection is key to the fight against invasive species,” said Steve Carlson, MDARD’s Pesticide and Plant Pest Management Division Director.

Here are some ways to help limit the spread of invasive species: Read more

Wildlife
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