UNBELIEVABLE HISTORIC BREAKING NEWS! DOJ DECLARES FEDERAL GUN LAW UNCONSTITUTIONAL!

Published on January 15, 2026
Duration: 14:13

The U.S. Department of Justice, through its Office of Legal Counsel, has declared federal law 18 U.S.C. 1715 unconstitutional. This law prohibited the mailing of concealable handguns via the U.S. Postal Service. The DOJ memo, citing Supreme Court precedent like the Bruen decision, argues the ban infringes upon Second Amendment rights by unduly burdening the ability to transport and receive firearms, especially for law-abiding citizens. This marks a significant shift in federal interpretation of gun control statutes.

Quick Summary

The U.S. Department of Justice's Office of Legal Counsel has declared federal law 18 U.S.C. 1715 unconstitutional. This law prohibited mailing concealable handguns. The DOJ concluded it burdens Second Amendment rights without historical precedent, citing the Bruen decision's 'history and tradition' test.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Breaking News: DOJ Declares Federal Gun Law Unconstitutional
  2. 01:19Context of the DOJ Memorandum
  3. 04:10Legal Analysis of Section 1715
  4. 06:24Practical Burdens on Gun Owners
  5. 08:35Recognition of Ancillary Second Amendment Rights

Frequently Asked Questions

What federal law did the DOJ declare unconstitutional?

The U.S. Department of Justice, through its Office of Legal Counsel, declared 18 U.S.C. 1715 unconstitutional. This federal statute prohibited the mailing of concealable handguns (pistols and revolvers) via the U.S. Postal Service.

Why is 18 U.S.C. 1715 considered unconstitutional by the DOJ?

The DOJ memo argues that 18 U.S.C. 1715 burdens Second Amendment rights by restricting the ability to transport and receive firearms. It lacks historical analogues required by the Supreme Court's Bruen decision, making its enforcement inconsistent with constitutional protections for law-abiding citizens.

What are ancillary Second Amendment rights recognized by the DOJ?

The DOJ memo acknowledges ancillary rights crucial for exercising the Second Amendment. These include the right to acquire firearms, train with them, maintain them (like shipping to a gunsmith), and use them for lawful purposes such as self-defense or community defense.

Who issued the memorandum declaring 18 U.S.C. 1715 unconstitutional?

The memorandum was issued by the Office of Legal Counsel (OLC) within the U.S. Department of Justice, advising Attorney General Pam Bondi and the executive branch on the constitutionality of 18 U.S.C. 1715.

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