Which Weapons Are Protected by the Second Amendment? 💥

What weapons are actually protected by the Second Amendment right to bear arms? Are we talking just about firearms, or is it a broader term that encompasses more? To answer this fascinating questions, we talk with Professor Jake Charles from Pepperdine Law School, an authority on constitutional law and the 2nd Amendment.

Chapter Timestamps 👇

00:00 Introduction: Setting the stage for a nuanced conversation.
00:20 The Meaning of "Arms": The legal and historical context of "arms" under the Second Amendment.
01:40 The "Common Use Test": What qualifies as a weapon for Second Amendment protection?
02:04 Bows, Arrows, and Pocket Knives: Legal perspectives on unconventional "arms."
02:15 The Case of Nunchucks in New York: Can you carry nunchucks?
02:47 "Dangerous and Unusual": Weapons that don't make the cut.
03:20 "And" vs "Or": Interpretive debates on dangerous AND/OR unusual.
05:40 Recent Case Law: Massachusetts and the curious case of stun guns.
08:40 Samurai Swords in New York City?

Why Watch? 💡

Better understand the legal frameworks courts use to interpret the Second Amendment.
Uncover the nuances that often get overlooked in popular discourse.
Get informed about the actual case law shaping the Second Amendment today.

About Our Guest 🎙️

Professor Jake Charles is a professor of constitutional law at Pepperdine Law School. He has published extensively on the subject of the Second Amendment and is a sought-after commentator for media outlets across the country.

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