First off, I am not a lawyer, but while I think it is clear that existing machine gun legislation in safe under Heller in the short term, I do not think that a challenge has been ruled out completely. In … Continue reading →
If “bear arms” means, as we think, simply the carrying of arms, a modifier can limit the purpose of the carriage (“for the purpose of selfdefense” or “to make war against the King”). But if “bear arms” means, as the … Continue reading →
My normal gun store had this used, only test fired with the box. Unfortunately, WI has a 48 hour waiting period, so I can’t pick it up until Sunday. I couldn’t think of any better way to celebrate Heller. [Update] Looks … Continue reading →
From CBS 2 Chicago “It is frightening that America loves guns,” the mayor said, “and to me, I think this decision really places those who are rich and those are in power, they’ll always feel safe. Those who do not … Continue reading →
Held: 1. The Second Amendment protects an individual right to possess a firearm unconnected with service in a militia, and to use that arm for traditionally lawful purposes, such as self-defense within the home. – SCOTUS opinion in D.C. v. Heller When … Continue reading →
Affirmed, D.C. Gun bans unconstitutional! Stay tuned for more. [Update] 5-4 decision, 1 opinion on each side, no concur in parts or anything like that. [Correction] 2 dissenting opinions, no plurality opinions. [Update] decision available here. Well worth a read.
Continue reading →The decision in D.C. v. Heller is supposed to come down today. I am watching SCOTUSBlog, and they have a survey going “Why are you following our coverage today” with the answers being “Heller” and “Any other reason.” The poll … Continue reading →
“I’m gonna rip them apart,” Fagan said of young victims during his testimony on the bill. “I’m going to make sure that the rest of their life is ruined, that when they’re 8 years old, they throw up; when they’re … Continue reading →
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Continue reading →Heller was not released today. 3 cases remain, which CJ Roberts said will be released tomorrow at 10 Eastern.
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