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AHSA intentions unknown
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Outdoors folks are always arguing about something. Controversy is epidemic. The latest and loudest appears to be an argument over the validity, or intent, of a new pro-gun organization, the American Hunters and Shooters Association (AHSA). On the surface the AHSA appears to be what it purports � an alternative to the National Rifle Association working toward the same goals as the NRA, but in a different, more measured fashion.

New Analysis of U.S. Gun Laws Demonstrates Opportunities for State, Local Policy Reform
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In a report released today, Legal Community Against Violence (LCAV) presents a comprehensive, national review of federal, state and selected local laws on more than twenty topics covering all major areas of gun policy. "Regulating Guns in America - An Evaluation and Comparative Analysis of Federal, State and Selected Local Gun Laws," is a first-of-its-kind publication designed for public officials and advocates working to reduce gun violence across the country.

End of a Supreme Court Blunder? -- The exclusionary rule hangs on by one vote.
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In June, the Supreme Court decided that Detroit police did not violate the Fourth Amendment rights of a drug dealer named Booker Hudson when they entered his home in August 1998 only five seconds after announcing their presence at his door. Hudson's lawyers argued that--although he had a loaded gun hidden in the couch next to him--police should have waited to enter for at least 20 seconds after knocking. The four dissenting justices in Hudson v. Michigan complained that the decision repealed a "knock and announce" rule that has been part of common law since the 13th century. Newspapers around the country echoed their lament.

---Nicki, the full article is now available

Ruling Seen As 'Landmark' Victory for New Orleans Gun Owners Submitted by: Mark A. Taff	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
A federal judge on Wednesday rejected an attempt to dismiss a Second Amendment lawsuit against the City of New Orleans. The National Rifle Association and the Second Amendment Foundation sued New Orleans, Mayor Ray Nagin and Police Superintendent Warren Riley last year to stop the confiscation of firearms from private citizens in the wake of Hurricane Katrina.

NY: Owner cleared of shooting ex-employee
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When Simon Shing-Lee got word last month that criminal charges against him for shooting and critically wounding his former employee were being dropped, he was relieved, he said, but not really happy. Lee openly admitted to the Jan. 23 shooting of Jiu Li, a former cook at the Jumbo Buffet Chinese restaurant in Orange Plaza on Route 211. But Lee, who co-owns the restaurant, maintained that he shot in self-defense after Jiu Li came at him repeatedly with punches.

CO: Armed against the next disaster
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Something that took place during the evacuation of flooded areas that didn't get much attention from the major media, but had some Internet bulletin boards buzzing, was the confiscation of firearms by law enforcement personnel. Sometimes such measures might be necessary, but in most cases, legally owned firearms in the hands of private citizens can help, rather than hinder, the keeping of the peace.

FL: On shaky ground: Florida spreads its firearms folly
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The bad news: Florida's gun-crazy. The worse news: The ailment is contagious.

Since the spring of 2005, 15 states have adopted laws expanding the concept of self-defense to ludicrous -- and deadly -- proportions. Florida was the first to adopt the so-called "shoot first" or "stand your ground" law, which allows people to use deadly force whenever they feel threatened, so long as they are in a place they have a legal right to be.

SC: A camper's tent is his castle Submitted by: Mark A. Taff	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
A man's home may be his castle in South Carolina but for self-defense purposes, so is his car, his business and the tent he's pitched in the woods. With little fanfare, the General Assembly this year greatly expanded the scope of the law under which ordinary citizens can use deadly force against intruders to protect themselves and their property.

PA: Deadly-force battle is brewing
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“The (new) law is written very clearly. You must believe your life is in danger.” Ashley Varner NRA spokeswoman

If Jacob Trucan’s life is threatened, he thinks he could pull the trigger.

“I believe in protecting yourself, especially in cases of rape or something like that,” said the 15-year holder of a concealed-weapon permit. “A woman or a guy should have the right to protect themselves.”

WI: No excuses for kids with guns, period Submitted by: Mark A. Taff	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
In the middle of August, 13-year-old children should be wringing the last bit of fun out of their summer vacation. They should be splashing in the pool, catching insects in a jar, flipping somersaults on an old mattress or throwing a football through a tire hanging from a tree. Nowhere on the list should be included: "Showing off your new gun to a friend."

IN: Jurors weigh shooter's self-defense claim
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A Tippecanoe Circuit Court jury is deliberating whether Michael J. Kelnhofer is guilty of murder for the April 26, 2005, fatal shooting of Jamie Gallivan.

Jurors heard evidence for three days and began deliberating about 2:30 p.m.

During closing arguments, defense attorney Kirk Freeman argued that Kelnhofer shot Gallivan in self-defense at the climax of a two-day feud he'd been having with Gallivan.

MI: Detroit Zoo Supports Michigan Anti-Dove Hunting Initiative
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(Detroit) - In a blatant attack on Michigan�s hunters and hunting heritage, the Detroit Zoo, an agency of the city of Detroit, is assisting the Michigan Humane Society by allowing them to hold a fund raiser at the zoo for the campaign to ban dove hunting in Michigan.

The event is scheduled to take place on September 16. On the list of special guests at the event are Wayne Pacelle, president and CEO of the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) and Mike Markarian, executive vice president of the HSUS, the nation�s largest anti-hunting, animal rights organization.

Tickets for the event are advertised at $100 each and �all proceeds go directly to the [sic] help restore the dove shooting ban on mourning doves.�

VA: Gun store may settle suit Submitted by: New York State Rifle & Pistol Association Website: http://www.nysrpa.org	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
Webb�s Sporting Goods is unusually quiet for this time of year. And owner Harold �Webb� Babcock Jr. said the lull could have something to do with conservative consumer spending habits this summer. Or, it could be because of negative publicity generated by a federal lawsuit filed against Babcock�s store three months ago. It may be a combination of the two. Babcock doesn�t know.

VA: Gonzales lauds efforts against gun crime in Va.
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U.S. Attorney General Alberto R. Gonzales met with law-enforcement officials from across western Virginia yesterday and lauded them for their efforts to cut gun crime.
"Where you have drugs, you often have guns, and where you have guns, you often have gangs."
The federal government has pumped about $4 million into ... Project Safe Neighborhoods, an effort that targets guns.
Gun prosecutions have about doubled, said a spokeswoman.
Certain prosecutors have been designated to handle gun cases.
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This Bush appointee says focusing on the guns is good.

IN: Campaign takes aim at 'straw purchases' of guns Submitted by: Mark A. Taff	There are no comments on this story Post Comments \| Read Comments
Law enforcement officials in northern Indiana launched a program Thursday that warns the public they could face stiff prison terms if they make illegal gun purchases for others. The program, "Don't Lie for the Other Guy," is aimed at publicizing a federal law against acting as an intermediary between a licensed gun dealer and someone for whom it's illegal to own a firearm.

NJ: The end of the 2nd Amendment?
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Ngoc Le heard his wife’s screams and ran from the back of the wireless store he owns in Camden, New Jersey. His wife was behind the counter, as was a masked man wielding a knife. The man brandished the blade, herding the couple into a back room. Once there, he tied the 28-year old businessman to a chair, then proceeded to rape 22-year old Kelly Le. Once the brutal rape had finished, he slit the couple’s throats, then ran away. There was no 2nd Amendment, no right to own a gun, and Antonio Diaz Reyes got away with murder.