(COLORADO SPRINGS) — Governor Jared Polis and State Attorney General Phil Weiser are facing a lawsuit over a new gun law set to take effect next year in Colorado.

The Colorado State Shooting Association (CSSA), a branch of the NRA, claims the law violates the Second Amendment and is illogical. The law, which requires a permit and firearm safety training to purchase semi-automatic guns with detachable magazines, is scheduled to go into effect on Aug.1 next year.

“With today’s lawsuit, we are drawing a line in the sand,” said Huey Laugesen, executive director of the CSSA.

Supporters of the lawsuit, including Teller County Sheriff and Republican candidate for Governor Jason Mikesell, along with several state representatives, gathered in Colorado Springs to announce the legal action.

“Criminals face none of these restrictions. They don’t pay fees. They don’t wait in line. They don’t apply for licenses,” said Teddy Collins, industry relations vice president of the CSSA.

The CSSA argues that the new law will make it too expensive for the average person to obtain basic protection, as the permit requirement and mandatory course add financial burdens. The law does not affect currently-owned firearms and will not impact the sale of shotguns, hunting rifles, and semi-automatic weapons with fixed magazines.

The Mountain States Legal Foundation, which recently overturned the seven-day hold period in New Mexico, will represent the CSSA in this lawsuit.

Governor Polis’ office has declined to comment on the pending litigation, and Attorney General Weiser’s office has yet to respond. The outcome of the lawsuit could have significant implications for gun laws and Second Amendment rights in Colorado.

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