Age, Guns, and the Constitution: A Legal Debate

This chapter examines the constitutional challenges related to age restrictions on firearm purchases, focusing on a significant 11th Circuit case involving 18 to 21-year-olds. It features a lively debate between conservative judges on the Second and 14th Amendments, providing insights into legal interpretation and historical context. Additionally, the discussion highlights the impact of mass shootings on gun rights legislation and the contrasting views of judges regarding the prioritization of gun rights versus civil liberties.