Gun Laws

The Oregon Court Ruling That Could Reshape Gun Laws Nationwide

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The Oregon Court Ruling That Could Reshape Gun Laws Nationwide

The Oregon Court of Appeals upheld Measure 114, enforcing stricter gun control laws, including mandatory gun safety courses and background checks for firearm permits. Measure 114 includes a ban on high-capacity magazines exceeding ten rounds, reflecting a response to public demand for more rigorous gun regulations. This decision follows a major 2022 U.S. Supreme Court … Read more

Maine’s Turbulent Gun Law Clash: Constitutional Rights vs. Public Safety

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Maine’s Turbulent Gun Law Clash: Constitutional Rights vs. Public Safety

A Maine court case highlights a critical debate over balancing Second Amendment rights with public safety measures following a Lewiston mass shooting. The state implemented a 72-hour waiting period for gun purchases, but Judge Lance Walker sided with gun rights advocates, striking down the law. Walker argued the waiting period could infringe upon constitutional rights, … Read more