And yet another Pro 2A Sheriff speaks out...

[two shoes]

This is something I am going to pass along to my local Sheriff...

http://www.infowars.com/pennsylvania-police-chief-proposes-2nd-amendment-preservation-ordinance/


2nd Amendment Preservation Ordinance

AN Ordinance, which shall be known and may be cited as the “2nd Amendment Preservation Ordinance.”
To prevent federal, State or local infringement on the right to keep and bear Firearms, Firearms accessories or ammunition ; nullifying all federal, state or local acts in violation of the 2nd Amendment to the Constitution of the United States along with section 21 “Right to Bear Arms of the Pennsylvania constitution.
THE PEOPLE OF THE BOROUGH OF GILBERTON DO ENACT AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1
The Governing body of the Borough of Gilberton within the state of Pennsylvania finds that:
A. The 2nd Amendment to the Constitution of the United States reads as follows, “A well-regulated militia being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed.” Along with Section 21 of the constitution of Pennsylvania which states, “Right to Bear Arms.” The right of the citizens to bear arms in defense of themselves and the State shall not be questioned.
B. All federal, state or local acts, laws, orders, rules or regulations regarding firearms, Firearms accessories or ammunition are a violation of the 2nd Amendment along with section 21 of The Pennsylvania Constitution and in violation of this ordinance.
SECTION 2
PROHIBITIONS ON FEDERAL, STATE OR LOCAL INFRINGEMENT OF THE RIGHT TO KEEP AND BEAR ARMS, FIREARMS ACCESSORIES OR AMMUNITION.
A. The Governing Body of the Borough of Gilberton within the state of Pennsylvania declares that all federal ,state or Local acts, laws, orders, rules, regulations – past, present or future – shall be in violation of the 2nd Amendment to the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of Pennsylvania are not authorized by the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of Pennsylvania and violate its true meaning and intent as given by the Founders and Ratifies, and are hereby declared to be invalid within Gilberton Borough and all of its boundaries , shall not be recognized by this Borough or within all of its boundaries within the state of Pennsylvania, are specifically rejected by the Borough of Gilberton and within all of its boundaries within the state of Pennsylvania, and shall be considered null and void and of no effect in the Borough of Gilberton within the state of Pennsylvania.
B. It shall be the duty of the Governing body of Gilberton Borough and within all of its boundaries within the State of Pennsylvania to adopt and enact any and all measures as may be necessary to prevent the enforcement of any federal, state or local acts, laws, orders, rules, or regulations in violation of the 2nd Amendment to the Constitution of the United States along with section 21 of the Pennsylvania Constitution or any violation of this ordinance.
SECTION 3
EFFECTIVE DATE
A. This act takes effect thirty ( 30 ) days upon approval by the Governing body
Contact:
CHIEF OF POLICE
MARK KESSLER
GILBERTON BOROUGH POLICE DEPARTMENT
2710 MAIN STREET
MAHANOY PLANE, PA 17949

[Teufelhund]

I agree 100% and applaud the effort. The County Sheriff is where this has to start if we are to take the country back from those who seek to usurp power which is not granted them by the Constitution.

The Supreme Court, however, tends to disagree with this statement. They interpret the individual right to bear arms only for lawful purposes and in the respect which lends to the efficiency of a well-regulated militia: i.e. limited to weapons in common use at the time (I personally believe this is a flawed interpretation, but who the hell am I?). ref: DC v Miller.

[HoneyBadger]

I sent this to Sheriff Maketa (El Paso County) along with a letter detailing my concerns about future legislation, especially when we have people like DeGette saying that "Unfortunately, [my] view on the 2nd amendment and what [I am] entitled to is quite wrong."

I'm sure he's a busy guy, but I hope I get a response.

[Ronin13]

I sent this to Sheriff Maketa (El Paso County) along with a letter detailed my concerns about future legislation, especially when we have people like DeGette saying that "Unfortunately, [my] view on the 2nd amendment and what [I am] entitled to is quite wrong."

I'm sure he's a busy guy, but I hope I get a response.

Hmmm... I might send this on to Sheriff Ted Mink- here in Jeffco...

[SuperiorDG]

Hmmm... I might send this on to Sheriff Ted Mink- here in Jeffco...

Yea, right

[hammer03]

I sent this to Sheriff Maketa (El Paso County) along with a letter detailing my concerns about future legislation, especially when we have people like DeGette saying that "Unfortunately, [my] view on the 2nd amendment and what [I am] entitled to is quite wrong."

I'm sure he's a busy guy, but I hope I get a response.

Let us know what he says, I'm curious.

[HoneyBadger]

Let us know what he says, I'm curious.

Here is the full text of my email... not the most graceful, but I hope I get some sort of response from him.

Sheriff Maketa,
I would like to start by congratulating you and your office on the excellent job you've done for El Paso county on such a limited budget. I have read your published statements on the county website and I am proud to have you as our sheriff.

In light the current knee jerk reaction to the tragic murder in Newtown, Connecticut last month, many of our legislators are chomping at the bit for the opportunity to force harmful and disgusting anti-gun (and anti-liberty) legislation upon us. I have contacted many of our elected officials at both the state and federal levels, and in many cases, received a form letter response telling me (In representative DeGette's words) that "Unfortunately, [my] view on the 2nd amendment and what [I am] entitled to is quite wrong."

These people clearly do not understand that the Bill of Rights is not a list of entitlements, but a list of natural rights that shall not be infringed. The purpose of the Bill of Rights is not to entitle the American people, but rather to protect them from an oppressive government. In light of this understanding and the current anti-gun legislation that is being introduced, I ask you to please consider taking a strong stand to defend the Second Amendment for the people of El Paso county. I know that you have limited influence in the political arena, but I would like to hear your thoughts on the following proposed ordinance in Pennsylvania:

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"2nd Amendment Preservation Ordinance"

AN Ordinance, which shall be known and may be cited as the “2nd Amendment Preservation Ordinance.”
To prevent federal, State or local infringement on the right to keep and bear Firearms, Firearms accessories or ammunition ; nullifying all federal, state or local acts in violation of the 2nd Amendment to the Constitution of the United States along with section 21 “Right to Bear Arms of the Pennsylvania constitution.
THE PEOPLE OF THE BOROUGH OF GILBERTON DO ENACT AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1
The Governing body of the Borough of Gilberton within the state of Pennsylvania finds that:
A. The 2nd Amendment to the Constitution of the United States reads as follows, “A well-regulated militia being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed.” Along with Section 21 of the constitution of Pennsylvania which states, “Right to Bear Arms.” The right of the citizens to bear arms in defense of themselves and the State shall not be questioned.
B. All federal, state or local acts, laws, orders, rules or regulations regarding firearms, Firearms accessories or ammunition are a violation of the 2nd Amendment along with section 21 of The Pennsylvania Constitution and in violation of this ordinance.
SECTION 2
PROHIBITIONS ON FEDERAL, STATE OR LOCAL INFRINGEMENT OF THE RIGHT TO KEEP AND BEAR ARMS, FIREARMS ACCESSORIES OR AMMUNITION.
A. The Governing Body of the Borough of Gilberton within the state of Pennsylvania declares that all federal ,state or Local acts, laws, orders, rules, regulations – past, present or future – shall be in violation of the 2nd Amendment to the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of Pennsylvania are not authorized by the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of Pennsylvania and violate its true meaning and intent as given by the Founders and Ratifies, and are hereby declared to be invalid within Gilberton Borough and all of its boundaries , shall not be recognized by this Borough or within all of its boundaries within the state of Pennsylvania, are specifically rejected by the Borough of Gilberton and within all of its boundaries within the state of Pennsylvania, and shall be considered null and void and of no effect in the Borough of Gilberton within the state of Pennsylvania.
B. It shall be the duty of the Governing body of Gilberton Borough and within all of its boundaries within the State of Pennsylvania to adopt and enact any and all measures as may be necessary to prevent the enforcement of any federal, state or local acts, laws, orders, rules, or regulations in violation of the 2nd Amendment to the Constitution of the United States along with section 21 of the Pennsylvania Constitution or any violation of this ordinance.
SECTION 3
EFFECTIVE DATE
A. This act takes effect thirty ( 30 ) days upon approval by the Governing body
Contact:
CHIEF OF POLICE
MARK KESSLER
GILBERTON BOROUGH POLICE DEPARTMENT
2710 MAIN STREET
MAHANOY PLANE, PA 17949

Sir, this ordinance may or may not be exactly the right thing for El Paso County, but I believe that if there ever was a good time, this is it. As I said above, I would like to hear your thoughts on the above proposed ordinance, and I would like to know what you plan to do to protect our God-given right to self defense.

Thank you for your time and consideration in this extremely important matter,

XXXXX XXXXXXX, Concerned El Paso County Resident
XXXXXXXXXXXXX@gmail.com
(303)XXX-XXXX

I'll let you know if I get a response.

[Gman]

Deputize everyone in the county. Problem solved.