A federal appeals court has upheld a ban on handgun sales to individuals aged 18 to 20, supporting arguments from gun-control advocates concerned about youth access to firearms amid rising gun violence. The Richmond-based U.S. Court of Appeals for the 4th Circuit reversed a previous ruling that deemed the ban unconstitutional, citing historical restrictions dating back to the mid-1800s that aimed to limit underage access to handguns.
This decision raises the stakes for future legal battles, especially since a conflicting ruling from the 5th Circuit has emerged, creating a clear path for potential Supreme Court involvement. Legal representatives for affected individuals plan to appeal, aiming for a resolution on this contentious issue, which could impact nearly 50,000 federally licensed firearm dealers across several states.
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