California’s Large-Capacity Ban Declared Constitutional by Attorney General Bonta

In a significant legal victory for gun control advocates, California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced that the state's ban on large-capacity magazines has been declared constitutional. This ruling came from the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California, marking a pivotal moment in the ongoing debate over gun rights and public safety in the United States.

The ban, which prohibits the possession, manufacture, importation, keeping, offering for sale, transfer, or lending of large-capacity magazines that can hold more than 10 rounds of ammunition, was challenged by gun rights advocates who argued it infringed on Second Amendment rights. However, the court upheld the ban, siding with the state's argument that such magazines pose a significant risk to public safety.

Attorney General Bonta praised the decision, stating, 'This ruling is a victory for public safety. Large-capacity magazines are a direct threat to our communities, and this decision affirms our commitment to keeping Californians safe from gun violence.' The ruling is seen as a critical affirmation of California's stringent gun control measures, which have been at the forefront of national debates over how to balance gun rights with public safety.

The decision is likely to be appealed, as the debate over gun control continues to be a contentious issue across the country. The ruling could have broader implications for similar laws in other states, as well as for the ongoing national conversation about gun rights and regulations.

• California
• Rob Bonta
• Second Amendment
• U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California

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