The Supreme Court is set to delve into significant legal battles surrounding firearm regulations, with two pivotal cases on the docket this term.
Recently,
the Court engaged in oral arguments for Garland v. VanDerStok, a
case challenging federal regulations on "ghost guns." These
untraceable firearms, often assembled from kits, have sparked intense debate
over their legality and regulation. The outcome could have major implications
for how these types of guns are governed federally.
Later in
the term, the Justices will examine another crucial case that could redefine
the legal landscape for gun manufacturers. This case involves Mexico's lawsuit
against U.S. firearms manufacturers, accusing them of deliberately targeting
the illegal gun market in Mexico. The central question is whether this lawsuit
can proceed despite a federal law that generally shields gun makers from civil
liability. The Court's decision could potentially create an exception to this
immunity, significantly impacting the firearms industry's legal
responsibilities.
Stay tuned
as the Court's decisions in these cases may reshape aspects of gun regulation
and liability in the United States.
Garland v. VanDerStok, No. 23-1141 (U.S. Oct. 9, 2024), https://www.supremecourt.gov/search.aspx?filename=/docket/docketfiles/html/public/23-1141.html.
Supreme
Court of the United States, Docket for 23-1141, SUPREMECOURT.GOV, https://www.supremecourt.gov/search.aspx?filename=/docket/docketfiles/html/public/23-1141.html
