The Second Amendment, by contrast, unambiguously recognizes that the armed citizenry must be regulated—and regulated “well.” This language most closely aligns with the Fourth Amendment, which protects a right to privacy but also recognizes the authority of the government to conduct reasonable searches and seizures.

Nov 20, 2016 · The Second Amendment is one of the most controversial and debated constitutional amendments. The Supreme Court weighed in to clarify intent in 2008, ruling that it protects an individual’s right to possess guns, even without participation in a civil military force.

《美利堅合眾國憲法》第二修正案 （英語： Second Amendment to the United States Constitution）簡稱「第二修正案」（Amendment II），是 美国权利法案 之一，於1791年12月15日正式通過。 它保障了 美国持枪权，亦即公民享有 正當防衛 的 公民權利 [1][2][3][4]。 第一批乘坐「五月花號」到達北美大陸的歐洲移民正是依靠 槍械 等 武器 才得以在這片土地上落地生根，在猛獸和 印第安人 的包圍中，武器成為每個人安身立命的工具。 此後， 北美十三州 逐漸 …

Feb 7, 2025 · The Second Amendment is an indispensable safeguard of security and liberty. It has preserved the right of the American people to protect ourselves, our families, and our freedoms since the ...

5 days ago · The Second Amendment is an indispensable safeguard of security and liberty. It has preserved the right of the American people to protect ourselves, our families, and our freedoms since the founding of our great Nation. Because it is foundational to maintaining all other rights held by Americans, the right to keep and bear arms must not be ...

Jan 11, 2022 · The Second Amendment of the United States Constitution states: “A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free state, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.”1 The Amendment is poorly written; it’s intent is unclear and language confusing.

Jun 28, 2024 · The Second Amendment, ratified in 1791, states: "A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed." The Framers crafted this Amendment amid concerns about a powerful federal army overriding individual liberties and state sovereignty.

How has the Supreme Court interpreted the Second Amendment over time? Today, when can the government limit the individual right to possess guns and other firearms—and when can’t it? What are areas of constitutional debate over the Second Amendment today?

Presentation on theme: "The 2nd Amendment."— Presentation transcript: 2 "A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.“ Part of the “Bill of Rights” (the first ten amendments in the Constitution of the United States) 11 Ever since 1999 . . . .

Second Amendment’s meaning? •How has the Supreme Court interpreted the Second Amendment over time? •Today, when can the government limit the individual right to possess guns and other firearms—and when can’t it? •What are areas of constitutional debate over the Second Amendment today?