Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul is at the forefront of an 18-state coalition supporting a California law that regulates the sale of long guns to individuals under 21. This coalition, which has filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit, argues that states exercise the authority under the Second Amendment to implement measures aimed at enhancing community safety and reducing gun violence.
Raoul emphasizes the critical need for states to establish age-based restrictions, pointing out that almost every participating state has some form of such regulations. By championing these measures, the coalition hopes to ensure that firearms do not fall into the hands of those who might misuse them, particularly the youth. The Illinois AG has a robust agenda against gun violence, including initiatives such as a crime gun tracing database and efforts to combat gun trafficking, which underline his commitment to protecting communities across the nation.
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