Fighting for the Second Amendment: Legal Battles & Wins with Dan Schmutter

In this episode of the Mike G and the Garbage Gang Podcast, Mike sits down with Dan Schmutter, a prominent Second Amendment litigator in New Jersey, to discuss the state's gun laws, litigation battles, and key court cases. They cover New Jersey's restrictive carry laws, the impact of the Bruen decision, the concept of 'sensitive places,' and the ongoing legal battles against magazine capacity limits and vague regulations imposed on firearms dealers. Dan shares insights into the challenges of defending Second Amendment rights and the importance of staying vigilant in the fight for individual liberties. Don't miss this enlightening conversation on the complexities of Second Amendment litigation and the broader implications for gun rights across the United States.

00:00 Intro

01:19 Welcome to the Garbage Gang Podcast

01:36 Meet Dan Schmutter: Second Amendment Warrior

03:03 The Bruen Decision and Its Impact

05:39 New York's Response to the Bruen Decision

14:55 New Jersey's Stricter Gun Laws

17:39 The Fight for Individual Liberty

19:49 Cultural Differences in Gun Perception

24:17 Legal Battles and Courtroom Strategies

39:57 Courtroom Drama: Briefing the Judge

41:14 Consolidation Motion: A Strategic Battle

42:34 Judicial Decisions and Their Implications

47:09 The Human Side of Judges

51:06 New Jersey's Gun Laws Under Scrutiny

58:22 Multi-Use Property and Legal Challenges

01:02:59 Gun-Free Zones: A Magnet for Crime?

01:13:44 Magazine Capacity Restrictions and Legal Battles

01:16:04 The Bruin Case and Its Impact on Second Amendment Cases

01:16:50 GVR: Grant, Vacate, and Remand Explained

01:18:06 Consolidation of Second Amendment Cases

01:19:39 The Long Game in Second Amendment Litigation

01:22:31 The Importance of Bruen and Its Broader Strategy

01:25:27 Challenges in Civil Rights and Second Amendment Cases

01:38:23 The Role of Expert Witnesses in Magazine Cases

01:46:01 The Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA)

01:49:11 Final Thoughts and Encouragement for Second Amendment Advocates