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DOJ Sues LA Sheriff Over Concealed Carry Permit Delays

10/1/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Department of Justice (DOJ) sued the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department over delays processing concealed carry permits.
Only two of over 8,000 applications were approved, with 281-day waits, violating California's 90-day requirement.
Attorney General Pam Bondi said delays infringe law-abiding citizens' rights and the right to bear arms.
The DOJ seeks an injunction; gun-rights advocates support the suit.

History

Historical Context

The Gun Control Act of 1968 established federal regulations on firearm ownership to restrict access for individuals deemed unsuitable. This legislation has shaped ongoing debates about gun rights in the U.S. Today, a lawsuit by the DOJ against the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department underscores these tensions, as only two of over 8,000 concealed carry applications were approved, potentially influencing future permit processes.

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Story summary

The Department of Justice (DOJ) sued the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department over delays processing concealed carry permits.
Only two of over 8,000 applications were approved, with 281-day waits, violating California's 90-day requirement.
Attorney General Pam Bondi said delays infringe law-abiding citizens' rights and the right to bear arms.
The DOJ seeks an injunction; gun-rights advocates support the suit.

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