IMPORTANT BREAKING 2A NEWS IN SCOTUS SNOPE AR-15 BAN CASE...

Published on January 11, 2025
Duration: 13:21

This video provides an expert analysis of recent developments concerning Second Amendment cases before the US Supreme Court. Host Mark Smith, a constitutional attorney and US Supreme Court bar member, discusses the implications of the Court's Friday conference and its decision to grant certiorari in three non-Second Amendment cases. The lack of action on key gun rights cases like Snope v. Brown suggests a potential denial of certiorari or relisting, which is viewed as a concerning omen for Second Amendment advocates.

Quick Summary

Constitutional attorney Mark Smith explains that the US Supreme Court's decision to grant certiorari in three non-Second Amendment cases on a Friday is a concerning omen for Second Amendment cases conferred the same day. This, combined with the absence of immediate orders, suggests a potential denial or relisting of key gun rights cases like Snope v. Brown.

Chapters

  1. 00:13Potential Bad News for Second Amendment
  2. 00:27Introduction: Mark Smith, The Four Boxes Diner
  3. 00:47Supreme Court & Second Amendment Cases Discussion
  4. 01:27Four Second Amendment Cases Before SCOTUS
  5. 02:06Supreme Court Case Conferencing Process
  6. 02:33Concern Over Lack of Orders on Jan 10th
  7. 03:26Supreme Court Grants Cert on Three Cases
  8. 04:16Friday Night Grants as a Courtesy
  9. 04:25No Second Amendment Cases Granted Cert
  10. 05:41Details of Granted Certiorari Cases
  11. 05:47Petitioner in Granted Cases: US Government
  12. 06:46Solicitor General's Office and Cert Grants
  13. 07:15Why This Video is Important: Insider Strategy
  14. 07:50Interpreting SCOTUS's Actions: Bad Omen?
  15. 09:00Comparison to Dobbs and Bruen Case Relisting

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key Second Amendment cases currently before the US Supreme Court?

As of the video's recording, four Second Amendment cases were conferred by the US Supreme Court: Snope v. Brown (an AR-15 ban case from Maryland), Ocean State Tactical v. Rhode Island, Gray v. Jennings, and the Maryland Shall Issue case. The Court's actions on these are being closely watched by gun rights advocates.

Why is the Supreme Court granting cert in non-Second Amendment cases on a Friday a cause for concern?

According to constitutional attorney Mark Smith, the Supreme Court often grants certiorari on Friday nights as a courtesy to lawyers. When these Friday grants are for cases unrelated to the Second Amendment, it can be interpreted as a negative sign that the Court may be less inclined to hear the Second Amendment cases conferred on the same day.

What does it mean if the Supreme Court relists a Second Amendment case?

Relisting a case means the Supreme Court has decided not to rule on it immediately. Historically, significant cases like Dobbs and Bruen were relisted multiple times. For Second Amendment cases, relisting can indicate the Court is deliberating further or potentially signaling a reluctance to grant certiorari, which could lead to a denial later.

Who is Mark Smith and what is his expertise on Second Amendment law?

Mark Smith, host of The Four Boxes Diner, is a gun owner, constitutional attorney, and a member of the US Supreme Court bar. He was also a top five finalist for the 2025 Gundies Award in the Top Voices of 2A category, demonstrating significant expertise and recognition in Second Amendment advocacy and legal analysis.

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