The Supreme Court upheld a federal law banning domestic abusers from owning firearms in an 8-1 decision on Friday, a significant ruling in the case of United States v. Rahimi. The law prohibits individuals under domestic violence restraining orders from possessing guns.
The case centered around Zackey Rahimi, who was involved in five shootings while subject to a restraining order. The Court ruled that individuals deemed a credible threat to another’s physical safety may be temporarily disarmed under the Second Amendment.
Rahimi’s defense argued that the gun ban infringed on his Second Amendment rights, and a federal appeals court had previously agreed, stating Rahimi was still entitled to these rights despite his actions.
The government contended that historical precedents exist for disarming dangerous individuals, a view the Supreme Court ultimately upheld. Justice Clarence Thomas wrote for the majority, emphasizing the importance of protecting potential victims of domestic violence.
Everytown for Gun Safety, a nonprofit advocating for gun control, praised the decision. Janet Carter, senior director at Everytown Law, stated, “Today, we took a step toward protecting millions from their abusers.”
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