From the Courthouse Steps: Wolford v. Lopez
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The episode discusses the Supreme Court's decision in Wolford v. Lopez regarding concealed-carry laws in Hawaii and its implications for Second Amendment litigation.
In Wolford v. Lopez, the Supreme Court held that Hawaii’s law prohibiting licensed concealed-carry permit holders from carrying handguns on private property open to the public without the property owner’s express authorization violates the Second and Fourteenth Amendments. In a 6-3 decision, the majority reasoned that the restrictions fell within the plain text of the Second Amendment and that Hawaii’s proffered historical analogues did not support the constitutionality of its new default rule. Join us for a webinar breaking down the decision, the separate opinions, and what Wolford may mean for Second Amendment litigation. Featuring: Amy E. Swearer, Senior Legal Fellow, Advancing American Freedom John Ohlendorf, Partner, Cooper & Kirk PLLC
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Guests: Amy E. Swearer, John Ohlendorf
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Organizations: Hawaii, Supreme Court, Advancing American Freedom, Cooper & Kirk PLLC
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