Multi-source·Jul 21, 2026·3 sources analyzed
A federal appeals court struck down New Jersey's assault-weapons and magazine bans
The 3rd Circuit ruled the state's limits on semiautomatic rifles and magazines over 10 rounds violate the Second Amendment, deepening a split as similar bans move toward Supreme Court review. (sources: www.reuters.com, law.justia.com, apnews.com)
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The 3rd Circuit ruled New Jersey’s restrictions unconstitutional, creating a major split over gun laws as state officials weigh next steps and the Supreme Court prepares to review related bans.
- US appeals court declares New Jersey’s ban on assault rifles unconstitutional (www.reuters.com)
- Federal appeals court rules that New Jersey's assault weapons ban is unconstitutional (apnews.com)
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