June 21, 2024
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SENATOR LORI BERMAN APPLAUDS SUPREME COURT DECISION TO PROTECT DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SURVIVORS AND UPHOLD COMMON-SENSE GUN SAFETY
BOCA RATON, FLA. – In a decisive and compassionate ruling, the Supreme Court has affirmed the necessity of gun safety measures by upholding the prohibition on firearm possession for individuals under domestic violence restraining orders. This decision is a crucial step in protecting survivors of domestic violence and promoting safer communities.
The ruling notes that the constitution permits laws that strip guns from individuals deemed dangerous, highlighting that the second amendment is not absolute. This shows the importance of common sense measures to reduce gun violence and protect those most vulnerable to abuse.
“Today’s Supreme Court decision is a powerful affirmation of our shared responsibility to protect domestic violence survivors,” said Senator Berman (D- Boca Raton). “By ensuring that individuals under restraining orders cannot possess firearms, the courts are taking a meaningful step toward preventing gun violence and saving lives. I call on lawmakers, community leaders, and advocates to continue collaborating on initiatives that uphold these vital protections and work towards a future free from domestic violence and gun violence.”
Research consistently shows that access to firearms dramatically increases the risk of fatal outcomes in domestic violence situations. This ruling acknowledges the urgent need to address this issue and reflects a commitment to public safety and justice.
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