We’re Headed to the Supreme Court in VanDerStok!

In a move that marks a significant turning point in the realm of firearms regulation, Mountain States Legal Foundation announces the Supreme Court’s decision to hear VanDerStok v. Garland. It’s not every day that a case makes it to the Supreme Court— which makes today so momentous. Amidst escalating concerns regarding governmental overreach and the safeguarding of constitutional rights, we celebrate the highest court in the land weighing in.  

The case in question centers on a Final Rule issued in April 2022. This rule is titled “Definition of ‘Frame or Receiver’ and Identification of Firearms.” It tried to change the law to prohibit the time-honored practice of making one’s own firearms. So, for MSLF, this case is not just about legal maneuvering; it’s about defending the foundation of American freedoms—the right to create your own means of self-defense. This fight transcends mere Second Amendment rights; it represents a resounding call to arms against governmental overreach and a defense of the principles of liberty upon which our nation was founded! 

As this case proceeds, we look forward to maintaining our unwavering conviction and resolve. This is not just another legal battle; it’s an historic moment that will shape the future landscape of constitutional rights in the United States. MSLF stands at the forefront of this pivotal fight, ready to defend liberty! 

We thank our friends at Firearms Policy Coalition for standing with us in this fight for your Second Amendment protected rights.  

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