GOA to SCOTUS: Don’t “Balance” the 2A with Gun Control

By Ammoland

Opinion By Jordan Stein
Editors Note; The case NYSRPA v. New York City is backed by the NRA in corrdination with the New York State Rifle & Pistol Association.

USA – (AmmoLand.com)- Gun Owners Foundation and Gun Owners of America have filed an amicus brief before the Supreme Court in NYSRPA v. New York City.

New York is known for its onerous gun control, like a so-called “assault weapon” ban and universal background checks. However, New York City ramps up the infringement of the Second Amendment to a whole new level.

Consider that to own a firearm in New York City, one must have a license from the police commissioner.

The city grants two types of gun licenses — one for “carry,” another for possessing a firearm on one’s “premises.” It is virtually impossible for the average citizen to obtain a “carry” license, as they are only given to the rich and influential. However, the “premises” license provides hardly any more relief.

If one obtained a “premises” license, he or she is prohibited from removing the handgun from the listed address, unless it is to take …Read the Rest

Source:: AmmoLand