Washington D.C. - In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court upheld the Biden administration's regulations on 'ghost guns' Wednesday. The ruling affirms the government's authority to regulate firearm kits that can be readily assembled into untraceable weapons. The case, brought by gun rights groups, challenged the administration's attempt to classify these kits as firearms under existing federal law.
The Justice Department argued that the rise in ghost guns posed a significant threat to public safety. Because these weapons are often sold without serial numbers, they are difficult for law enforcement to trace and are frequently used in criminal activity. The administration's regulations require manufacturers of ghost gun kits to include serial numbers and for sellers to conduct background checks on purchasers.
The court's decision, delivered in a 6-3 vote, largely sided with the government's argument. Chief Justice Roberts, writing for the majority, stated that the regulations were a reasonable interpretation of existing gun laws in light of new technological developments. Dissenting justices argued that the administration had overstepped its authority and that the regulations infringed on Second Amendment rights. The ruling is expected to have a significant impact on the availability of ghost guns and will likely be followed by further legal challenges from gun rights advocates.
Supreme Court Backs Biden's 'Ghost Gun' Regulations
The Supreme Court has ruled in favor of the Biden administration's efforts to regulate 'ghost guns.' These are firearm kits that individuals can quickly assemble at home, often lacking serial numbers. The ruling allows the government to continue enforcing stricter rules on these easily obtainable and difficult-to-trace weapons. This decision marks a significant victory for gun control advocates.