Videos tagged with NYS Heller

This video provides an expert-level analysis of the Second Amendment right to open carry, drawing heavily on Supreme Court precedent like NYSRPA v. Bruin. Host Mark Smith, a constitutional attorney, explains that while the Second Amendment protects the right to carry arms in public for self-defense, the historical tradition and current jurisprudence suggest states can regulate the *mode* of carry (open vs. concealed). The core takeaway is that a state cannot ban all forms of public carry; if concealed carry is prohibited, open carry must be permitted, and vice-versa.

This video features an in-depth interview with constitutional lawyer David Thompson regarding the landmark NYSRPA v. Bruen Supreme Court decision. Thompson, who was involved in the case from its inception, explains the historical significance of the ruling, its impact on the right to carry firearms outside the home, and the legal framework it establishes for future Second Amendment challenges. The discussion also delves into originalism, the historical interpretation of the Second Amendment, and potential challenges to gun control measures.