Laws

Michigan’s New Gun Laws Focus on Safe Storage to Prevent Tragedies

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MID-MICHIGAN, February 7 — Michigan will implement new gun laws next week, addressing issues such as safe storage and firearm accessibility. These laws mandate universal background checks for all gun transfers and sales, the ability to issue extreme risk protection orders, and the establishment of new regulations for safe storage. In particular, the focus of a recent virtual event was on the importance of safe storage laws. During the event, Jon Gold, a member of Giffords Gun Owners for Safety and a firearms instructor for 25 years, emphasized the potential risks of leaving loaded weapons … Read more

New Hampshire Joins Growing List of U.S. States with Comprehensive Data Protection Laws

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CONCORD, New Hampshire — The state of New Hampshire has joined the growing list of U.S. states implementing comprehensive data protection laws. As the 15th state to pass an omnibus data protection law, New Hampshire follows in the footsteps of New Jersey, which passed similar legislation earlier this year. These laws establish the standard data controller and processor relationship. The foundation of U.S. data protection law has traditionally been centered around the principles of “notice and choice.” Businesses are required to publish privacy policies and notices outlining their data collection and usage practices, allowing consumers … Read more

Rethinking ‘Crime-Free’ Laws: Scrutiny Grows as Discrimination Against Mental Health Persists

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Topeka, Kansas – The use of “crime-free” or “public nuisance” laws by communities across the United States has come under increasing scrutiny for potential mental health discrimination. These laws, which allow landlords to evict tenants when there are repeated calls to police or emergency crews, have long been criticized for their ineffectiveness and harsh enforcement in poor neighborhoods and against people of color. However, now there are concerns that these ordinances may also discriminate against individuals with mental health disabilities. In November of last year, the U.S. Department of Justice issued a groundbreaking finding, declaring … Read more

South Korean Fighter Aircraft Secrets Allegedly Leaked by Indonesian Employees: Calls to Strengthen Military Information Protection Laws

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SEOUL, South Korea – Indonesian employees at Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) are being investigated for their alleged involvement in attempting to leak classified information about South Korean fighter aircraft. The incident has sparked calls for stricter laws regarding the disclosure of confidential military data, currently pending approval at the National Assembly. KAI, the developer behind the KF-21 fighters, identified the employees’ attempt to retrieve removable drives containing sensitive data last month. The Defense Counterintelligence Command, National Intelligence Service, and Defense Acquisition Program Administration are currently conducting a thorough investigation into the suspected theft. Representative Hong … Read more