Video Highlights
- Gun rights groups are appealing to federal judges to overturn Delaware's assault weapons ban and other gun control measures.
- The appeal argues that Delaware's ban infringes on the second amendment rights of law-abiding citizens.
- The groups cite the Supreme Court's landmark decisions in support of their argument.
- The case is expected to work its way up to the Supreme Court.
Video Summary
Gun rights groups have recently appealed to federal judges in an effort to overturn Delaware's assault weapons ban and other gun control measures. The appeal argues that the ban infringes on the second amendment rights of law-abiding citizens. The groups assert that by prohibiting certain firearms, such as semi-automatic pistols and long guns, as well as ammunition magazines capable of holding over 17 rounds of ammunition, Delaware is preventing its residents from exercising their constitutional rights.
The case, which is currently being heard in the third Circuit Court of Appeals, is expected to work its way up to the Supreme Court. Gun rights advocates are confident that the Supreme Court will ultimately strike down the ban, citing the court's previous landmark decisions in support of their argument.
In March, U.S District Court Judge Richard Andrews, a former President Obama appointee, denied a request by the Delaware Sportsman Association and other groups for a preliminary injunction blocking the enforcement of the ban. Judge Andrews found that while prohibiting large capacity magazine guns are 'in common use for self-defense,' Delaware's ban was consistent with historic regulations on weapons like Bowie knives, Billy clubs, and machine guns. However, the gun rights groups see this denial as a stepping stone towards their ultimate goal of having the ban declared unconstitutional.
Gun rights advocates believe that the key to their success lies in the concept of 'common use.' They argue that firearms like semi-automatic pistols and long guns, as well as ammunition magazines capable of holding over 17 rounds of ammunition, are undeniably in common use for lawful purposes by law-abiding citizens. They cite the Supreme Court's landmark decisions in support of their claim, stating that there is no historical tradition of banning arms in common use by law-abiding citizens for lawful purposes.
While the process of challenging and overturning Delaware's assault weapons ban may take time, gun rights advocates are dedicated to the cause. They believe that by diligently fighting for their rights, they will be able to pass these rights on to the next generation. Each successful challenge and appeal is seen as another step towards preserving and protecting the rights and freedoms of gun owners.
In conclusion, gun rights groups are actively working to overturn Delaware's assault weapons ban. They are appealing to federal judges, arguing that the ban infringes on the second amendment rights of law-abiding citizens. The case is expected to make its way up to the Supreme Court, where gun rights advocates are confident that the ban will be struck down. Through their efforts, they hope to ensure that the rights and freedoms of gun owners are preserved and passed on to future generations.
