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Maine’s Gun Waiting Period

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Maine’s Gun Waiting Period

Posted on February 14, 2025 by dmartignetti

Thursday’s decision by U.S. District Court Judge Lance Walker strongly sided with the plaintiff’s.

In a 17 page document, the judge said it was likely the lawsuit would be successful based on the merits.

He said the acquisition of firearms is covered by the Second Amendment, disagreeing with the state’s contention that the Second Amendment only covers people who already possess firearms.

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