Revenge of the SCOTUS… Heller and Bruen will tear this AWB asunder…

Published on July 17, 2022
Duration: 7:51

This video, presented with authoritative instruction from a seasoned firearms instructor and 2A YouTuber, meticulously breaks down the constitutional arguments against proposed Assault Weapons Bans (AWBs). It leverages key Supreme Court rulings like *Heller* and *Bruen* to demonstrate why such bans are unconstitutional, particularly when targeting firearms in common use. The analysis highlights the ineffectiveness of past AWBs and predicts immediate legal challenges should new legislation pass.

Quick Summary

Proposed Assault Weapons Bans (AWBs) face significant constitutional challenges, primarily based on the Supreme Court's *Heller* and *Bruen* decisions. These rulings protect an individual's right to own firearms in common use. Bans targeting commonly owned semi-automatic firearms are likely to be struck down, especially given the historical ineffectiveness of previous bans like the 1994 AWB.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: AWB Unconstitutionality
  2. 00:19Previous Discussions on AWB
  3. 00:44Importance of Constitutional Arguments
  4. 00:59Fighting the Ban & Strategic Opinions
  5. 02:35Bill HR 1808 & Fox News Article
  6. 03:00Supreme Court: Heller Decision
  7. 04:30Heller & Bruen: Reasonable Limits
  8. 05:211994 AWB & Its Ineffectiveness
  9. 05:47Current Legal Standing & Future of AWB
  10. 06:17Biden's AWB Demands Unconstitutional
  11. 07:22Predicted Legal Challenges

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main constitutional arguments against proposed Assault Weapons Bans (AWBs)?

The primary arguments stem from Supreme Court rulings like *Heller v. DC* and *Bruen v. New York*, which affirm an individual's Second Amendment right to keep and bear arms for common use. Bans targeting firearms typically possessed by law-abiding citizens are considered unconstitutional.

How do the Supreme Court cases *Heller* and *Bruen* impact current gun control legislation?

*Heller* established the individual right to bear arms for lawful purposes, while *Bruen* clarified that restrictions must align with historical traditions. Both cases protect firearms in common use, making broad bans on categories of weapons legally vulnerable.

What was the impact of the 1994 Federal Assault Weapons Ban?

According to the Department of Justice, the 1994 Federal Assault Weapons Ban, which expired before the *Heller* decision, had no measurable effect on gun violence. This lack of effectiveness undermines arguments for similar current legislation.

What is the predicted legal outcome for future Assault Weapons Bans?

Experts predict that any new Assault Weapons Ban, if passed, would face immediate legal challenges and injunctions. Based on *Heller* and *Bruen*, such bans are likely to be overturned by superior courts, resulting in another loss for gun control advocates.

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