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NewsTelemundo 52 — LocalJuly 1, 2026United States

US Justice Department Sues California Over Ban on Certain Semiautomatic Pistols

The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against California challenging a new state law that prohibits the sale of certain semiautomatic pistols, specifically those modeled after Glock designs. The federal government argues the law violates the Second Amendment, while California officials maintain the measure is necessary to prevent the easy conversion of these handguns into fully automatic weapons.

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Why It Matters

The lawsuit challenges the enforceability of California law AB 1127, which prohibits the sale of new inventory of specific pistols, potentially impacting firearm retailers and the availability of these weapons in the state.

Key Facts

  • The U.S. Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against California over law AB 1127.
  • AB 1127 prohibits the sale of new inventory of semiautomatic pistols that use a 'cruciform trigger bar' design, specifically targeting Glock-style handguns.
  • The law went into effect on July 1.
  • The law does not penalize the current possession of these firearms; owners may legally keep pistols they already own.
  • The federal government argues the law violates the Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.
  • Proponents of the law argue these pistols can be easily converted into fully automatic weapons using an easily acquired 'switch'.
  • The law was originally approved in October of the previous year.

Who's Mentioned

personTodd Blanche“Interim prosecutor representing the federal government's position.”organizationDepartment of Justice“The federal agency suing the state of California.”personGavin Newsom“Governor of California.”locationCalifornia“The state whose law is being challenged.”