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Illinois Appeals Court to Hear Assault Weapons Ban Challenge

9/10/2025

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Harmeet Dhillon, assistant attorney general for civil rights, will contest Illinois' "assault weapons" ban in the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals.
The law, enacted post-2022 Highland Park shooting, bans over 100 firearm types and requires registration of prohibited weapons.
Gun rights advocates argue the law violates Second Amendment rights, despite Illinois' strict gun controls.
The Highland Park shooter legally acquired his firearm, questioning the effectiveness of current regulations.
This case's outcome could significantly influence future Second Amendment interpretations nationwide.

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Story summary

Harmeet Dhillon, assistant attorney general for civil rights, will contest Illinois' "assault weapons" ban in the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals.
The law, enacted post-2022 Highland Park shooting, bans over 100 firearm types and requires registration of prohibited weapons.
Gun rights advocates argue the law violates Second Amendment rights, despite Illinois' strict gun controls.
The Highland Park shooter legally acquired his firearm, questioning the effectiveness of current regulations.
This case's outcome could significantly influence future Second Amendment interpretations nationwide.