Supreme Court Upholds Law Allowing Ban On Domestic Abusers Owning Guns [Video]

WASHINGTON, D.C.— The Supreme Court is upholding a federal law that allows domestic abusers to be banned from owning a gun.

The 8-1 decision was handed down Friday by the high court.

“Since the founding, our Nation’s firearm laws have included provisions preventing individuals who threaten physical harm to others from misusing firearms,” said Justice John Roberts.

The court’s three liberal justices and five of the six conservative justices backed the decision. Justice Clarence Thomas was the lone dissenting voice.

“Domestic violence is a public safety and health concern. Today’s opinion ensures that trial courts have a vital tool to help ensure the safety of domestic violence survivors, their families, and their communities. Our daily work is dedicated to protecting our clients and we are proud to have been a part of the group of organizations that gave a voice to our clients and our communities,” said Rakuya Trice Indiana Legal …