Nineteen state attorneys general and Washington, D.C. filed an amicus brief urging the Supreme Court to uphold the federal law that bans marijuana users from possessing firearms in the case *U.S. v. Hemani*, arguing that the combination of drug use and guns poses a public safety risk and is consistent with historical tradition. This stance counters a lower court ruling that the federal ban violates the Second Amendment, with the article noting a growing number of federal courts are finding constitutional problems with the prohibition.

19 State Attorneys General Urge Supreme Court to Uphold Federal Gun Ban for Marijuana Users

Dec 23, 2025

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Kyle Jaeger

Marijuana Moment

The legal battle over whether cannabis enthusiasts can exercise their Second Amendment rights is heading to the Supreme Court, and the latest update is a bit of a head-scratcher. Attorneys General from 19 states—most of which have already legalized adult-use bud—are teaming up with the feds to keep the ban on gun ownership for marijuana users in place. Led by Illinois, this group filed a brief arguing that habitual drug use and firearms are a dangerous mix, claiming it is a necessary move for public safety.

This is a major deal for the community because it shows that even in green states, top officials are still leaning on old-school stigmas that paint tokers as inherently risky. For regular users, a ruling here could permanently decide if you have to choose between your medicine and your right to self-defense. It is a stark reminder that while we have made huge strides in accessibility, the legal gray area still has some very real teeth. We are watching closely to see if the Justices will finally treat cannabis users like the responsible adults we are.