U.S. Supreme Court Protects Second Amendment

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 today that a long-standing New York concealed carry law violated the Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. In New York State Rifle & Pistol Association v. Bruen, the High Court heard arguments over the law’s requirement to demonstrate a “proper cause” for obtaining a license to carry a concealed pistol or revolver and whether the Second Amendment right to keep and bear arms extends outside the home. New York is one of five states and the District of Columbia that have similar laws where the states have discretion to issue a concealed carry permit based on a purported need. There is a constitutional difference between “may” versus “shall” issue. These laws will also be affected by today’s decision. These states include California, Hawaii, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, and the District of Columbia.