Gun Law Blog
Gun Sales Emerging in Oregon and America
Here is a deeper look on Gun sales emerging in Oregon and America. Recent statistics show the per capita sales of guns across the various states, and Oregon falls within an important place in this firmament. Here’s a breakdown of gun sales per 10,000 residents aged 21 and older: Montana: 1,586 soldWyoming: 1,523 soldAlaska: 1,514…
Read MoreOregon Ghost Gun Ban Hits the Supreme Court
Oregon Ghost Gun Ban Hits the Supreme Court on Tuesday. America is at a crossroads over gun regulations and constitutional rights. The debate has reached the Supreme Court for Tuesday. Many Americans see this as an essential question about Second Amendment rights and the federal government’s authority to regulate firearms. This new law only harasses…
Read MoreGhost Guns are Now Officially Illegal in the State of Oregon
PORTLAND, OR – Starting September 1, 2024, ghost guns are now officially illegal in the state of Oregon. Called House Bill 2005, passed by the Oregon Legislature in 2023, the law marked a significant headway in the fight against gun violence within the state. Ghost guns are normally unserialized firearms pieced together from kits that…
Read MoreOverview of Gun Laws in Oregon
Gun laws in Oregon govern the manufacture, sale, possession, and use of firearms and ammunition within the state. These regulations aim to balance public safety with the rights provided by both state and federal laws. Oregon Ballot Measure 114: New Gun Control Measures On November 8, 2022, Oregon voters narrowly approved Ballot Measure 114, which…
Read MoreOregon Ballot Measure 114: A Comprehensive Overview
Oregon Ballot Measure 114, also known as the Reduction of Gun Violence Act, is a gun control initiative that was narrowly approved by Oregon voters on November 8, 2022. The measure introduces strict new regulations on firearm purchases and magazine capacities in the state. Although the measure was initially passed by the voters, its implementation…
Read MoreOregon Measure 114’s Requirements for Gun Buyers and Gun Owners
Oregon’s Ballot Measure 114, passed narrowly in the November election, is set to become one of the strictest gun control laws in the United States, assuming it overcomes ongoing legal challenges. This measure introduces several new requirements for both prospective gun buyers and existing gun owners in the state. Here’s a breakdown of the key…
Read MoreFederal Judge Upholds Constitutionality of Oregon’s Strict Gun Control Law
In a significant legal decision, U.S. District Judge Karin Immergut has upheld the constitutionality of Oregon’s Measure 114, a stringent gun control law passed by voters. The measure, considered one of the most restrictive in the United States, mandates that individuals obtain a permit to purchase firearms and bans large-capacity magazines capable of holding more…
Read MoreNow what? Implementation of Oregon Measure 114’s Gun Restrictions
The supporters of Oregon’s Measure 114, a new gun control initiative, are celebrating a significant milestone this week as the measure narrowly passed with 51% of the vote. However, the path to implementation is far from clear. With ongoing legal challenges and a complex rule-making process ahead, the measure’s gun limits may not take effect…
Read MoreMeasure 114: Oregon Appeals Court Maintains Hold on Gun Control Law
On Friday, the Oregon Court of Appeals denied a request from the state to allow Measure 114, a voter-approved gun control measure, to go into effect while an appeal is underway. The measure had been previously ruled unconstitutional by a Harney County judge. However, the Appeals Court did agree to expedite the decision on the…
Read MoreOregon Judge Declares Measure 114 Gun Safety Law Unconstitutional
In a recent ruling, a Harney County Circuit Court judge has determined that Oregon’s new gun laws, established under voter-approved Measure 114, are in violation of the state constitution. This decision marks a significant setback for the gun control measure, which was passed by a narrow margin in November 2022 but has been in legal…
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