California’s Open Carry Ban Ruled Unconstitutional by Appeals Panel

A federal appeals panel ruled that California’s law banning open carry of firearms in populous counties is unconstitutional, as it violates the Second Amendment. The decision, made by two judges on the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, highlighted that 95% of Californians live in urban areas where open carry is completely prohibited. The case was brought by Mark Baird, seeking to restore open carry rights, and Chuck Michel of the California Rifle & Pistol Association anticipates a review by the full appeals court. Governor Gavin Newsom’s office defended the law, stating it was designed to comply with constitutional rights.

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