A federal lawsuit has been filed against a Massachusetts law that prohibits individuals aged 18 to 20 from acquiring or carrying semiautomatic firearms and handguns. Led by the Second Amendment Foundation and supported by prominent gun rights organizations, the case, Escher V. Mason, argues that this law violates the Second Amendment, denying young adults their constitutional rights. The plaintiffs assert that these individuals should not be treated differently as adults regarding firearm ownership.
The challenge stems from a house bill signed into law by Governor Maura Healey in July 2024, which has now become a focal point for broader efforts to contest firearm restrictions nationwide. With the possibility of significant implications, a ruling favoring the plaintiffs could set a precedent, prompting similar legislative challenges across the country and reshaping the current landscape of gun rights for young adults.
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