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Supreme Court to Decide Gun Rights for Past Drug Users

3/1/2026

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The Supreme Court will hear March 2 in United States v. Hemani about a federal law banning firearm possession by unlawful drug users, a decision that could affect ownership rights.
Ali Danial Hemani is charged with firearm possession due to marijuana use.
The Trump administration supports the law by arguing it enhances public safety.
The 5th Circuit ruled the law cannot apply to sober individuals based on past drug use.

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The Supreme Court will hear March 2 in United States v. Hemani about a federal law banning firearm possession by unlawful drug users, a decision that could affect ownership rights.
Ali Danial Hemani is charged with firearm possession due to marijuana use.
The Trump administration supports the law by arguing it enhances public safety.
The 5th Circuit ruled the law cannot apply to sober individuals based on past drug use.