Justice Department Defends Ban On Gun Ownership For Medical Cannabis Users
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) is holding firm on its stance that medical marijuana users should not allowed to own a gun, citing safety risks.
In a recent filing, federal attorneys argued that the ban on gun ownership for cannabis users is constitutional and should remain in place.
This aligns with federal regulations barring gun access for individuals considered potentially dangerous, such as those who are mentally ill or under the influence, reported Marijuana Moment.
Pennsylvania Prosecutor Challenges Federal Gun Ban
This filing responds to a lawsuit by Robert Greene, the District Attorney of Warren County, Pennsylvania, who is a registered medical marijuana patient. Along with the Second Amendment Foundation, Greene filed suit against the DOJ, Attorney General Merrick Garland and other federal agencies, arguing that …