The group plans to challenge different aspects of the California law, which was passed following the mass shootings in San Bernardino, which killed 14 people, and in Orlando, which killed 49. The lawsuit deals with the state's ban on almost every style of the ‘assault rifle’ including the the AR-15 which is the most popular in the country. In January, any assault-style weapon with an easily detachable magazine became illegal in California. The lawsuit states that this ban is unconstitutional because it infringes on the Second Amendment. It also suggests that it will not deter criminal activity.

More actions to follow

The California Rifle and Pistol Association filed the suit in federal court in Santa Ana and said it plans to file others in the coming days and weeks. The group also plans to challenge a state law that bans high-capacity magazines that hold more than 10 rounds, and other gun control laws passed last year. California’s laws limited handgun purchases to one a month, expanded the gun sale waiting period to 10 days and required a background check on all ammunition purchases.

Background checks offer protection

Gun control groups say gun owners should not be buying large-capacity magazines and background checks keep firearms out of the hands of dangerous people.