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Second Amendment Roundup: Bruen's Footnote 9 Not a Carve-Out from Text and History

Judge R. Nelson’s dissent from 9th Circuit’s Yukutake decision thoroughly analyzes footnote 9.

Reason · Sep 30

Critics of AR-15 Bans Urge SCOTUS To Reject the 7th Circuit's Distinction Between Civilian and Military Arms

Given the Second Amendment's history, several briefs argue, a gun's suitability for militia service suggests Americans have a right to possess it.

Reason · Sep 10

Urging SCOTUS To Reject AR-15 Bans, the Trump Administration Explains Why They Are Unconstitutional

The case hinges on the distinction between "unusual" weapons and arms in common use for lawful purposes.

Reason · Sep 9

New Jersey's Bans on Commonly Owned Rifles and Magazines Are Unconstitutional, the 3rd Circuit Says

In a decision written by a Joe Biden nominee, the appeals court addresses a long-simmering issue that the Supreme Court will consider during its next term.

Reason · Jul 20

Second Amendment Roundup: Seventh Circuit Decides Barnett

After the Supreme Court grants cert on the identical issue, the circuit court offers a last hurrah

Reason · Jul 16

No, Congress Can't Just Overrule the Supreme Court on Birthright Citizenship

Plus: An unconstitutional war is back on.

Reason · Jul 16

What Has Heller Wrought In 18 Years?

"In nearly two decades, very little about the practical right to keep and bear arms has changed."

Reason · Jul 15

People with Past Mental Hospital Commitments May Regain Second Amendment Rights

From Thursday's Seventh Circuit decision in U.S. v. Rose, written by Judge Frank Easterbook and joined by Judges Thomas Kirsch… The post People with Past Mental Hospital Commitments May Regain Second Amendment Rights appeared first on Reason.com.

Reason · Jul 4

The Supreme Court Agrees To Address the Constitutionality of 'Assault Weapon' Bans

The case could settle the long-simmering issue of whether the Second Amendment covers commonly owned but politically disfavored rifles.

Reason · Jul 1

Virginia's New 'Assault Firearm' Ban Is Plainly Unconstitutional, a Federal Lawsuit Argues

Three Second Amendment groups say the law violates the right to own arms in common use for self-defense and other lawful purposes.

Reason · May 15