Supreme Court Ruling on District of Columbia v. Heller
Source: District of Columbia v. Heller | Summary, Ruling, & Facts (2025-06-21)
The case of District of Columbia v. Heller involved a significant legal dispute over gun rights. The Supreme Court's decision addressed whether individuals have an individual right to possess firearms for lawful purposes such as self-defense. This landmark ruling clarified the scope of the Second Amendment, affirming that the right to bear arms is protected and cannot be completely restricted by the government. The case remains a pivotal moment in American constitutional law regarding gun ownership rights.
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