2nd Amendment

Federal Court Strikes Down PA’s Firearm Licensing Ban for Young Adults

Posted in 2nd Amendment on July 3, 2025

In a significant ruling for gun owners in Pennsylvania, the Third Circuit Court of Appeals struck down Pennsylvania’s ban preventing 18-to-20-year-olds from carrying firearms during declared states of emergency. The Court ruled that these restrictions violate the Second Amendment right to bear arms. This decision, issued on January 18, 2024, in Lara, et al. v…. view more

PA Court Upholds Firearm License Law for 18-to-20-Year-Olds

Posted in 2nd Amendment on July 2, 2025

The Pennsylvania Superior Court recently issued a significant opinion in Commonwealth v. Williams, 2025 PA Super 137, reinforcing the constitutionality of Pennsylvania’s firearm license requirements for individuals under 21. The Case: Commonwealth v. Williams In April 2023, Williams, a 19-year-old, was stopped during a routine traffic stop in York County. During the stop, police discovered… view more