BREAKING NEWS!!! Ground Breaking Decision Just Changed 2A Landscape Forever!

Published on June 7, 2023
Duration: 9:24

This video provides an expert-level analysis of the Third Circuit's en banc ruling in Range v. Garland, which declared federal law prohibiting non-violent individuals with felony or misdemeanor convictions from possessing firearms unconstitutional as applied. The ruling, authored by Judge Hardiman and joined by Biden-appointed judges, directly challenges the government's interpretation of the Second Amendment post-Bruen, emphasizing that the government failed to demonstrate historical tradition supporting such broad prohibitions. The decision is limited to an 'as-applied' challenge but opens avenues for similar legal actions.

Quick Summary

The Third Circuit en banc panel ruled federal law prohibiting non-violent individuals with felony or misdemeanor convictions from possessing firearms unconstitutional as applied. This decision in Range v. Garland challenges the government's ability to permanently bar such individuals from firearm ownership, stating it does not adhere to the Bruen decision.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Third Circuit Ruling on Firearm Possession
  2. 00:24Channel Announcement: New Merch
  3. 01:07Discussion on Third Circuit Win: Range v. Garland
  4. 01:27Decision for Mr. Range: Non-Violent Misdemeanor
  5. 02:11Misdemeanor Conviction and Firearm Possession Ban
  6. 02:29Lawsuit and Invalidated Two-Step Approach
  7. 03:02Text, History, and Tradition Analysis
  8. 03:40En Banc Panel Ruling: 922(G)(1) Unconstitutional
  9. 04:22Constitutionality and Historical Precedent
  10. 05:00Clarifying 'The People' in the Second Amendment
  11. 05:23Bruen Analysis and Court's Decision
  12. 05:59No Historical Support for Restriction
  13. 07:28Limited Scope and Potential Challenges

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the Third Circuit's groundbreaking decision regarding firearm possession?

The Third Circuit en banc panel ruled federal law prohibiting non-violent individuals with felony or misdemeanor convictions from possessing firearms unconstitutional as applied. This decision in Range v. Garland challenges the government's ability to permanently bar such individuals from firearm ownership.

How does the Range v. Garland ruling impact the Bruen decision?

The Third Circuit's ruling in Range v. Garland explicitly states that the federal law as applied to Mr. Range does not adhere to the Supreme Court's Bruen decision. It emphasizes that the government failed to meet its burden of demonstrating historical tradition supporting the firearm prohibition.

Who is Mr. Range and why was he prohibited from possessing firearms?

Mr. Range was convicted 26 years ago for concealing income to obtain food stamps, involving false statements on a form. This non-violent misdemeanor conviction led the government to ban him from possessing firearms under 18 USC Section 922(g)(1).

What is the significance of the 'as-applied' nature of the Third Circuit's ruling?

The ruling is limited to Mr. Range's specific case ('as-applied' challenge), not a broad declaration that the law is unconstitutional in all circumstances ('facial' challenge). However, it opens the door for others with similar non-violent felony or misdemeanor convictions to challenge their firearm prohibitions.

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