Chapter 3.5 Flashcards
To what extent does the Supreme Court's interpretation of the 2nd amendment reflect a commitment to individual liberty?
1
Q
Second Amendment
A
The people have the right to bear arms. States can have militias.
2
Q
National Firearms Act
A
Needs regulations for some weapons and taxes some guns. Restricted selling of certain guns.
3
Q
Gun Control Act
A
Ended mail-order of guns and restricted certain people from owning guns.
4
Q
Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act
A
5 + day waiting periods for buying guns to do background checks.
5
Q
DC v. Heller
A
Security guard wanted to take his gun home but DC banned having handguns loaded at home without trigger locks. The law was struck down.
