Today, Explained Should domestic abusers lose gun rights?
Nov 6, 2023
Caroline Love, a KERA reporter, and Eric Rubin, a law professor, dive deep into the Supreme Court case of Zackey Rahimi, accused of domestic violence. They discuss the legal intricacies of gun rights in the context of protective orders, highlighting troubling cases where abusers retain firearms despite restrictions. The conversation also explores the implications of recent Supreme Court rulings on public safety and domestic violence victims, questioning the balance between Second Amendment rights and protecting vulnerable individuals.
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Rahimi's Case
- Zackey Rahimi, accused of domestic violence, is involved in multiple shootings.
- The Supreme Court will determine if his Second Amendment rights allow him to keep firearms.
Protective Order Violation
- In 2019, Rahimi assaulted his girlfriend, leading to a protective order prohibiting him from having firearms.
- Despite this, he was involved in five subsequent shootings.
Firearm Confiscation
- Texas lacks a statewide system for confiscating firearms after protective orders, hindering enforcement.
- Rahimi's case highlights this loophole.