Federal Appeals Court: AR-15s ARE NOT Covered By 2nd Amendment!?!

Published on November 6, 2023
Duration: 8:16

This video from Guns & Gadgets discusses a recent federal appeals court ruling that AR-15 style rifles, termed 'assault weapons,' are not protected by the Second Amendment. The ruling by the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals overturned an injunction against Illinois' assault weapon and magazine ban, with a 2-1 decision. This creates a circuit split with previous rulings, such as Judge Roger T. Benitez's decision in California, highlighting the ongoing legal battles over firearm rights. The speaker criticizes the judges' reasoning and urges viewers to contact legislators.

Quick Summary

The 7th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that AR-15 platform rifles, termed 'assault weapons,' are not protected by the Second Amendment. This 2-1 decision overturned an injunction against Illinois' assault weapon and magazine ban, creating a circuit split and making the issue potentially reviewable by the Supreme Court.

Chapters

  1. 00:04Federal Appeals Court and AR-15s
  2. 00:20Guns and Gadgets Introduction
  3. 00:34Sponsor CMMG and Thunder Ranch
  4. 01:01CMMG Discount Code and Mystery Box
  5. 01:317th Circuit Court Decision
  6. 02:109th Circuit Court Conflict
  7. 02:34Judge's Anti-Gun Bias
  8. 03:10Judges' Statements on the Law
  9. 04:00Assault Weapons are Military Weapons
  10. 04:42Judge Woods on Personal vs. Military
  11. 05:06Judge Brennan's Dissent
  12. 06:11Call Legislators to Voice Opposition

Frequently Asked Questions

What did the federal appeals court rule regarding AR-15s and the Second Amendment?

The 7th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that AR-15 platform rifles, which they termed 'assault weapons,' are not covered by the Second Amendment. This decision overturned an injunction against Illinois' assault weapon ban.

What is the significance of the 7th Circuit Court's decision on Illinois' assault weapon ban?

The 7th Circuit's 2-1 decision against the AR-15 and large capacity magazine ban in Illinois creates a conflict with other circuit court rulings, notably from Judge Roger T. Benitez in California, making the issue ripe for potential Supreme Court review.

Who were the judges on the 7th Circuit panel, and what was their reasoning?

The panel included Judges Diana Woods, Frank Easterbrook, and Michael Brennan. Judges Woods and Easterbrook argued that assault weapons are military-grade and thus outside Second Amendment protections, while Judge Brennan dissented but agreed with the constitutionality of a gun registry.

What action does the video suggest viewers take regarding assault weapon bans?

The video urges viewers to voice their opposition by contacting their legislators. This is presented as a crucial step given the conflicting court rulings and the ongoing legislative battles over firearm rights.

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