How Monday Can Take Us Back to the Beginning

Published on June 28, 2026
Duration: 11:06

This video from Washington Gun Law TV discusses potential US Supreme Court actions regarding firearm bans. President William Kirk explains the concept of a GVR (Grant, Vacate, Remand) as a likely outcome for five pending cases challenging assault weapon and magazine bans. He details how recent Supreme Court rulings, particularly in *Wolf v. Lopez*, redefine what constitutes 'arms' under the Second Amendment, potentially invalidating lower court decisions that upheld these bans.

Quick Summary

The US Supreme Court may issue a GVR (Grant, Vacate, Remand) for five firearm ban cases, including those challenging magazine and assault weapon bans. This action, influenced by the *Wolf v. Lopez* ruling, means the Court grants review, vacates lower court decisions, and sends cases back for re-evaluation based on a broader definition of 'arms'.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Monday's Supreme Court Orders
  2. 00:48Five Platform Ban Cases Overview
  3. 01:17The GVR Option: Grant, Vacate, Remand Explained
  4. 01:35GVR: Mildly Good News Explained
  5. 01:53Lower Court Rulings on Magazine Bans
  6. 02:10Washington Magazine Ban Ruling
  7. 02:45Lower Court Rulings on Assault Weapon Bans
  8. 03:09Grant v. Higgins: AR-15s and Common Use
  9. 03:35Wolf v. Lopez: Defining 'Arms'
  10. 03:53Supreme Court's Definition of 'Arms'
  11. 04:23Cases Sent Back to Lower Courts for Re-evaluation
  12. 04:51Frequency and Impact of GVRs
  13. 05:13Call to Action: WGLAM Broadcast & Resources
  14. 05:36Importance of Knowing Gun Laws
  15. 05:59Right to Bear: Legal Defense for Gun Owners

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a GVR in the context of Supreme Court firearm cases?

A GVR, or Grant, Vacate, and Remand, is an order from the Supreme Court. It means they grant a petition to review a case, vacate the previous ruling by the lower court, and send the case back for further proceedings consistent with the Supreme Court's current legal interpretations.

How might the Supreme Court's ruling in Wolf v. Lopez affect firearm ban cases?

The *Wolf v. Lopez* decision clarified that 'arms' under the Second Amendment includes any implement used for offense or defense, a definition much broader than previously interpreted by some lower courts. This could invalidate rulings that deemed certain firearms or accessories unprotected.

What are the five firearm ban cases potentially heading for a GVR?

The five cases are Duncan v. Bonta, Gators Customs Guns v. State of Washington, Vermonters v. Cook County, NAGR v. Lamont, and Grant v. Higgins. These cases challenge various assault weapon and magazine bans across different federal circuits and state courts.

What is the significance of the Supreme Court potentially issuing a GVR instead of outright accepting or rejecting cases?

A GVR suggests the Supreme Court believes a lower court's decision may be inconsistent with current precedent, like *Wolf v. Lopez*. It allows the Supreme Court to guide lower courts without fully hearing the case, potentially leading to a re-evaluation and reversal of bans.

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