Breaking News: Judge Rules Memphis Anti-Gun Questions Can Appear On November Ballot
In a major decision, a federal judge has ruled that two anti-gun ballot questions will appear on the November ballot in Memphis, Tennessee. The ballot questions, which aim to strengthen gun control measures in the city, were approved by the Memphis City Council in August.
The questions, which were challenged by a group of gun rights advocates, seek to prohibit the sale and possession of assault weapons and high-capacity magazines, as well as require a permit for all gun ownership.
The judge’s decision comes despite the challenges raised by the gun rights advocates, who argued that the ballot questions violate the Second Amendment right to bear arms.
"The Constitution guarantees the right to keep and bear arms for self-defense," said Attorney Michael Schwartz, who represents the gun rights advocates. "These ballot questions undermine that right and are unconstitutional."
However, the judge disagreed, ruling that the ballot questions do not infringe on the Second Amendment rights of Memphians.
"The right to bear arms is not unlimited," the judge wrote in his ruling. "The city of Memphis has the right to regulate the possession and sale of firearms for the purposes of public safety."
The ruling is seen as a major victory for gun control advocates, who have long been pushing for stricter gun laws in Memphis.
"Today’s decision is a huge win for public safety and for the people of Memphis," said Mayor Jim Strickland. "We will continue to do everything in our power to make our city a safer place for everyone."
Key Takeaways:
- A federal judge has ruled that two anti-gun ballot questions will appear on the November ballot in Memphis, Tennessee.
- The ballot questions aim to strengthen gun control measures in the city, including prohibiting the sale and possession of assault weapons and high-capacity magazines.
- The questions were approved by the Memphis City Council in August, but were challenged by a group of gun rights advocates.
- The judge ruled that the ballot questions do not infringe on the Second Amendment rights of Memphians, citing the need for regulation to promote public safety.
- The decision is seen as a major victory for gun control advocates, who have long been pushing for stricter gun laws in Memphis.
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