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Domestic abusers still may not possess guns, but first case decided since 2022 Bruen decision likely won’t be the last

The Court says "a credible threat" justifies a ban on gun possession but does not address situations where there is no such judicial finding.

A few practical thoughts for future cases (all bold emphasis added): [1.] The Court solidly accepts (with only Justice Thomas dissenting) that "the Second Amendment permits the disarmament of individuals who pose a credible threat to the physical safety of others," at least after a judicial finding of such threat.…

The decision comes amid a turbulent political debate concerning firearms, creating a challenging environment for passing new gun laws. State and federal laws prohibiting gun ownership have faced increasing scrutiny from the courts.