Illinois’ Concealed Carry Law: A Test for Constitutionality Unraveling Illinois’ Aggregated Unlawful Use of Weapon Statute The Illinois Supreme Court recently heard arguments concerning the constitutionality of its concealed carry licenses and open carry bans under Illinois’ aggravated unlawful use of a weapon statute. The law prohibits individuals from possessing a firearm in public without […] More
The Ebb and Flow of Gun Restrictions in the U.S. The United States, home to “gun culture,” always has passionate debates over the Second Amendment – the guarantee of the individual’s right to bear arms. This dialogue circles around implementing regulations that promote public safety without infracing on citizens’ constitutional rights. As such, the interpretation […] More
Gun Safety Laws Under Scrutiny: A Broadening Second Amendment Landscape National Spotlight on the Bruen Ruling As the US Supreme Court shifted its interpretation of the Second Amendment with the 2022 Bruen ruling, state restrictions on gun ownership have increasingly faced constitutional challenge. Federal courts across the nation have found several state gun safety laws […] More