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Supreme Court to Decide on Biden's Ghost Gun Regulations in Garland v. VanDerStok

Oct 8, 2024, 10:10 AM

The US Supreme Court is set to hear a pivotal case on Tuesday, challenging the Biden administration's regulation of 'ghost guns.' These firearms, which can be assembled at home using kits or 3D printers, lack serial numbers and are difficult to trace. The case, Garland v. VanDerStok, will determine the legality of a 2022 rule requiring these gun kits to have serial numbers and for purchasers to undergo background checks. Major American cities have reported a reduction in the use of ghost guns since the implementation of the regulation. The outcome of this case, the first major one of the term, could have significant implications for the firearms industry and federal gun control measures. The court will also address key administrative law questions during the oral argument.