Videos tagged with Pre-existing Right

This video, hosted by constitutional attorney Mark Smith, delves into the historical and legal underpinnings of the Second Amendment, contrasting it with English laws of the time. Smith argues that the Second Amendment codifies a pre-existing right with a broader conception of liberty than English ancestors possessed, citing Supreme Court decisions like Heller and McDonald. The discussion highlights how American law, particularly the 'common use' standard for protected firearms, differs from English interpretations, emphasizing that weapons in common use for lawful purposes cannot be deemed 'unusual'.