The U.S. Justice Department is defending the federal ban on firearm possession for marijuana users by distinguishing between dangerous individuals, such as gang members, and hypothetical low-risk users like medical-cannabis-using grandmothers. While several lower courts and advocacy groups have challenged the law's constitutionality based on historical precedent and the Second Amendment, the Supreme Court is currently weighing the issue in the case of U.S. v. Hemani.

DOJ Uses Example of Elderly Medical Cannabis User While Still Defending Broad Gun Ban

Feb 19, 2026

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Kyle Jaeger

Marijuana Moment

The Department of Justice is once again under fire for its stance on the federal ban that prevents cannabis users from owning firearms. In a recent legal brief, the DOJ attempted to justify the restriction by drawing a sharp line between "dangerous" individuals and a hypothetical "frail grandmother" using medical marijuana. While they admitted a low-risk senior might have a claim to Second Amendment rights, they argued the ban must remain for most users because they view cannabis consumption as being historically linked to dangerous behavior.

This debate is heating up as the Supreme Court prepares to weigh in on the issue this March. For the everyday toker, this isn't just about gun rights; it’s about the government’s refusal to treat cannabis users with the same respect as those who consume alcohol. It is vital for the community to watch this closely, as a favorable ruling could finally dismantle the "dangerous" label federal law places on responsible adults. Accessibility means more than just legal flower—it means having the same constitutional protections as everyone else.

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