GOA & GOF filed Summary Judgment in lawsuit challenging the 1927 ban on mailing handguns via USPS

Published on December 19, 2025
Duration: 0:43

Gun Owners of America (GOA) and Gun Owners Foundation (GOF) have filed for summary judgment in a lawsuit challenging the 1927 ban on mailing handguns via USPS. The lawsuit argues the ban is unconstitutional under the Supreme Court's Bruen test, as it lacks historical precedent and infringes on Second Amendment rights. This action seeks to re-establish a reliable, constitutionally protected method for handgun shipping nationwide.

Quick Summary

Gun Owners of America (GOA) and Gun Owners Foundation (GOF) have filed for summary judgment in their lawsuit challenging the 1927 ban on mailing handguns via USPS. They argue the ban is unconstitutional under the Supreme Court's Bruen test, as it lacks historical precedent and infringes Second Amendment rights, aiming to restore reliable nationwide handgun shipping.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Lawsuit Update: Summary Judgment Filed
  2. 00:09Historical Context & Bruen Test Application
  3. 00:19Private Carriers vs. USPS & Constitutional Rights
  4. 00:34Goal: Restore Reliable Handgun Shipping

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main goal of the lawsuit filed by GOA and GOF?

The lawsuit aims to overturn the 1927 ban on mailing handguns via the United States Postal Service (USPS). GOA and GOF seek to re-establish a constitutionally protected and reliable method for shipping handguns nationwide, challenging the ban's constitutionality under the Supreme Court's Bruen test.

Why is the USPS ban on handgun shipping considered unconstitutional?

The lawsuit argues the 1927 ban is unconstitutional because it lacks historical precedent and infringes upon Second Amendment rights, failing to align with the Supreme Court's Bruen test. The argument emphasizes that the USPS, as a government entity, must respect these rights.

How does the USPS handgun shipping ban differ from private carriers like UPS or FedEx?

Private carriers can choose to stop shipping handguns based on their corporate policies. However, the USPS, being a government entity, is legally obligated to uphold constitutional rights, including those related to the Second Amendment, making its ban a matter of government infringement.

What legal standard is being used to challenge the USPS handgun ban?

The challenge relies on the Supreme Court's 'Bruen test,' established in New York State Rifle & Pistol Association, Inc. v. Bruen. This test requires firearm regulations to be consistent with the nation's historical tradition of firearm regulation to be constitutional.

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