New Jersey Democrats Attack Third Circuit After AR-15, Magazine Ban Defeat

Summary

The Third Circuit Court of Appeals ruled 10-5 in the Cheeseman case, striking down New Jersey's prohibitions on commonly owned semiautomatic rifles and magazines holding more than ten rounds, deeming them violations of the Second Amendment. New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport and Senate President Nicholas Scutari condemned the decision, promising to continue the state's fight against gun owners. This ruling creates a direct circuit split, making it likely to be considered by the Supreme Court.