Supreme Court considering age limits on handgun sales
The Supreme Court may soon weigh in on whether people younger than 21 have the right to buy handguns, potentially upending federal restrictions and reshaping gun laws.
Key Points
- Federal ban on handgun sales to people under 21 since 1968
- Bruen decision shifted evaluation of gun laws to historical tradition
- Multiple lawsuits challenging age limit bans making their way through courts
Pros
- Potential expansion of gun rights for 18- to 20-year-olds
- Challenges to age limit bans based on Second Amendment rights
- Shift towards historical tradition in evaluating gun laws
Cons
- Concerns about safety and responsible gun ownership among young adults
- Potential increase in gun violence
- Divisive issue with strong opinions on both sides