On Friday, a district judge blocked enforcement of a gun ban in all public spaces in Omaha, Nebraska’s largest city, while a lawsuit challenging the regulation is currently being considered.
According to , Douglas County District Judge Leanne Slube issued a preliminary injunction blocking the city’s ban. Associated Press. But she did not suspend bump stock or “ghost gun” regulations.
“We are thrilled with the court’s decision to grant this injunction and uphold the rights of Nebraskans against executive overreach,” said Liberty Justice Center Director Jacob Hubert. answered and said to the judge’s decision. His organization filed the lawsuit on behalf of the Nebraska Firearms Owners Association.
“Under Nebraska law, local governments have no authority to regulate firearms and the right to bear arms is protected throughout the state,” Hubert added. “The court has rightly enjoined the Mayor’s order, and we will now move forward with a final order that permanently vacates this order.”
The Liberty Justice Center’s lawsuit alleges the restrictions violate a new law signed last year by Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen (R). The new law would allow residents to carry concealed weapons without needing a permit or taking a gun safety course.
Omaha City Attorney Matt Kuse said the city will comply with the order while it continues to fight the case in court.
“While it is unfortunate that the court has blocked the city’s ability to protect public space, we will comply with this order,” he said.
The city of Lincoln has filed a similar lawsuit. That hearing is scheduled for Feb. 27, and the Liberty Justice Center also wants to halt a similar order.
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