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Epoch Times
09-05-2025
- Politics
- Epoch Times
Washington State Supreme Court Upholds Ban on Large Capacity Ammo Magazines
Washington state's Supreme Court ruled on Thursday to uphold a ban on detachable ammunition magazines that hold more than 10 rounds, with a majority of judges on the court saying the ban does not violate the Constitution or state laws. In a 7-2 The lawsuit had challenged a 2022 state law that bans the sale, import, and manufacturing of magazines that hold more than 10 rounds, oftentimes called high-capacity or large-capacity magazines. It does not bar the possession of those magazines at the time of the law's passage. The judges wrote that the law doesn't 'violate either the Washington or United States constitutional protection of the right to bear arms because large capacity magazines (LCMs) are not 'arms' within the meaning of either constitutional provision, nor is the right to purchase LCMs an ancillary right necessary to the realization of the core right to possess a firearm in self-defense.' Judge Charles Johnson said that under the law, people are still able to exercise their Second Amendment right to bear arms even if they're limited to buying magazines that hold 10 or fewer rounds of ammunition. 'This regulation does not limit the number of bullets or magazines that may be purchased or possessed,' Johnson wrote in the opinion for the majority. Related Stories 5/9/2025 5/9/2025 'By restricting only magazines of a capacity greater than 10, the statute effectively regulates the maximum capacity of magazines, leaving the weapon fully functional for its intended purpose. Thus, we are not convinced that the restriction here renders the right to bear arms in self-defense meaningless.' Judges Sheryl Gordon McCloud and G. Helen Whitener dissented. They contended that the Second Amendment has broader protections than just arms, adding that the Constitution protects firearms for 'lawful purposes' other than self-defense. 'Millions of people have chosen to feed ammunition into those commonly used firearms with magazines capable of holding more than 10 rounds,' the two judges wrote. 'It necessarily follows that the Second Amendment protects the arms-bearing conduct at issue here, that is, keeping and bearing operable semiautomatic firearms with commonly used magazines for self-defense and other lawful purposes—including in the home.' The law was declared In response to the state Supreme Court decision, Democratic Washington Attorney General Nick Brown 'Large capacity magazines are used in the overwhelming majority of mass shootings, and reducing the toll of these senseless killings is vitally important,' he said. He didn't point to data or evidence that higher capacity magazines are used more frequently in mass shootings. Gun control group Everytown USA A 2024 article
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Washington cements ‘high-capacity' magazine ban in landmark ruling
This story was originally published on The Washington Supreme Court has upheld the state's ban on high-capacity firearm magazines, reversing a lower court's previous decision. The law was first passed in 2022, making it illegal to buy or sell magazines capable of holding more than 10 rounds. However, people who already own 'high-capacity magazines' can keep them, according to The Seattle Times. In a 7-2 majority opinion, Justice Charles Johnson stated that large-capacity magazines (LCMs) are not considered 'arms' under constitutional definitions and are not necessary for self-defense. Six national gun rights groups had filed separate briefs during the lawsuit, hoping the Supreme Court would kill the ban. Currently, 13 other states have similar bans on high-capacity magazines. The fight over the ban began in 2023 when the Cowlitz County Superior Court ruled that it violated both state and federal constitutional rights. Gator's Custom Guns, a Kelso-based gun retailer, argued that the state's ruling was not consistent with longstanding firearm traditions. Former Attorney General and current Governor Bob Ferguson has previously voiced support for the ban. He claims that siding with the lower court's interpretation could threaten the state's broader authority to regulate guns, such as AR-15s and fully automatic weapons. He claimed that imposing 'sensible limits on military-style guns' is non-exclusive with the constitutional right to self-defense.
USA Today
01-03-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
UFC Fight Night 253: Official scorecards from Las Vegas
Check out the official scorecards from all 10 bouts at UFC Fight Night 253 at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. (Gallery will be updated throughout the event.) ramazonbek-temirov-ufc-fight-night-253-weigh-ins Share Share this image gallery on Facebook on Twitter via text message via email charles-johnson-ufc-fight-night-253-weigh-ins Share Share this image gallery on Facebook on Twitter via text message via email charles-johnson-vs-ramazonbek-temirov-ufc-fight-night-253-faceoff Share Share this image gallery on Facebook on Twitter via text message via email Ramazan Temirov def. Charles Johnson, UFC Fight Night 253 Scorecard Share Share this image gallery on Facebook on Twitter via text message via email Be sure to visit the MMA Junkie Instagram page and YouTube channel to discuss this and more content with fans of mixed martial arts.
USA Today
26-02-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Charles Johnson seeks bigger opportunities with UFC Fight Night 253 win
Charles Johnson is entering UFC Fight Night 253 with a chip on his shoulder. Johnson (17-6 MMA, 6-4 UFC) takes on streaking flyweight Ramazan Temirov (18-2-1 MMA, 1-0 UFC) in Saturday's prelim opener (ESPN+) at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. Considering that Johnson is a ranked UFC flyweight who's on a four-fight winning streak, he was expecting to draw a bigger fight. 'I don't have anything against it, but I look at the opportunities other guys get when they come into the promotion from RIZIN, from Eternal, but what are these promotions compared to LFA, that has had hundreds of not only ranked guys, but a plethora of champions?' Johnson said in an interview with 'I'm a three-time champion from that promotion. 'Why am I not getting an opportunity when I'm on a three-fight winning streak, four-fight winning streak? Give me a chance. So this is where we are. I'm never get upset at them or their opportunities, but it's like, 'When is it going to be my turn? When am I going to get the opportunities these guys are getting?' I'm on a four-fight winning streak in one year, who else has done that, in this division?' Johnson had a rocky start to his UFC career. The 34-year-old drew undefeated phenom Muhammad Mokaev in his octagon debut in July 2022, and went 2-4 in his first six fights. But a perfect 4-0 in a busy 2024 allowed Johnson to turn his career around, as he takes inspiration from several former champions who have been able to do the same. 'Charles Oliveira's career, Max Holloway's career – they had early losses before they rattled off seven, eight, nine wins to become world champions,' Johnson said. 'For me, it's another opportunity to prove my worth, another opportunity to continue to show myself. I'm just looking to dominate, getting back to how I was in LFA, moving around, talking my sh*t. It's going to be a tough fight, but they're all tough. I'm excited about this one.' For more on the card, visit MMA Junkie's event hub for UFC Fight Night 253.
Yahoo
19-02-2025
- Yahoo
3 teens arrested in Florida for Social Circle carjacking, death
The Brief Three teens were arrested in connection with the death of Adrian Wofford, who was found with multiple gunshot wounds in Social Circle, Walton County. The arrested teens, Charles Johnson, Christian Johnson, and Trayvon Means, face multiple charges, including hijacking a motor vehicle, kidnapping, and felony murder. The extradition process for the teens has begun, but it is unclear when they will return to Georgia to face charges. WALTON COUNTY, Ga. - Three teens were arrested in connection with the death of a 23-year-old in Walton County last year. Adrian Wofford was found dead along Carver Drive in Social Circle, having suffered multiple gunshot wounds, according to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation. What we know Charles Johnson, 17, of Social Circle; Christian Johnson, 15, of Social Circle; and Trayvon Means, 16, of Gainesville, Florida, were charged with hijacking a motor vehicle, kidnapping, false imprisonment, armed robbery, aggravated assault, possession of a firearm during the commission of a crime, and felony murder. The trio was arrested on Jan. 28 in Gainesville, Florida, on unrelated charges before being served with the new warrants. What we don't know The extradition process has just begun. There is no word on when they will return to Georgia to face those charges. In October, the GBI reported that Rosalynn Ellison, 19, and Jevhon Reese, 20, were charged with conspiracy, armed robbery, aggravated assault, murder, and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony, among other counts in connection with the case. There is no word on their current status. What you can do Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the City of Social Circle Police at (770) 464-2366 or the GBI Regional Investigative Office in Athens, GA, at 706-552-2309. Anonymous tips can also be submitted by calling 1-800-597-TIPS (8477), online at or by downloading the See Something, Send Something mobile app. The Source The Georgia Bureau of Investigation provided the details for this article. Mug shots for those arrested were obtained from the Alachua County Sheriff's Office. A previous FOX 5 Atlanta report was also used.
