Allegiance Posted November 19, 2014 Share Posted November 19, 2014 21 states want a court to overturn Maryland’s semi-auto ban The law, signed by Gov. Martin O’Malley in May 2013, is among the nation’s strictest gun-control measures, banning magazines that hold more than 10 rounds of ammunition and most semi-automatic rifles, while also mandating fingerprinting and training for some new gun buyers. Violation of the law carries a maximum penalty of three years in prison, a $5,000 fine or both. Read the article: The Washington Post Link to comment
Subdeacon Joe Posted November 19, 2014 Share Posted November 19, 2014 How do these states have standing? Link to comment
Rusty Chains Posted November 20, 2014 Share Posted November 20, 2014 It is called Amicus curiae (Friend of the Court) and the Supreme Court has special rules for the states to file these briefs. They are not a party to the suit and do not have standing, but if you think about it they are certainly effected by rulings as to the constitutionality of laws adopted by other states. Additionally the feds could file a brief as well and with this administration I am sure which side they would be in favor of! Link to comment
Rancho Roy Posted November 20, 2014 Share Posted November 20, 2014 Massachusetts has required training, fingerprints and a license to purchase a firearm, ammunition or reloading supplies and bans over 10 round magazines, most modern handguns and many sporting semi-auto rifles. This has been law since 1998. Where are our "Friend of the Court"? Link to comment
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