U.S. Supreme Court Decision Supports Gun Rights in Tyler v. Hennepin County

1 year ago

In a significant victory for gun rights advocates, the United States Supreme Court has recently issued a landmark decision in the case of Tyler v. Hennepin County. The ruling, authored by Chief Justice John Roberts, supports the interpretation of the Bill of Rights in a manner consistent with the Second Amendment's right to keep and bear arms. Furthermore, the decision emphasizes the Court's commitment to historical context and textual analysis, rejecting interest balancing tests and underscoring the importance of private property rights.

Circuit Court Declares Felony Firearm Prohibition Unconstitutional

1 year ago

In a landmark decision, the Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that a prohibition on firearm ownership for non-violent felons is unconstitutional. The case, styled Range v. Attorney General of the United States, challenged the long-standing practice of denying individuals their right to own a firearm based on non-violent felony convictions. The court's decision has sparked a debate about the blanket prohibition on firearm ownership and the need to differentiate between non-violent felons and those who have committed violent crimes.

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