Are Red Flag Laws Constitutional?

from The Sons Of History · host The Sons Of History

Red flag laws are currently being debated and Sens. Richard Blumenthal (D - CT.) and Lindsey Graham (R - S.C.) are working to put something together to better protect Americans at the federal level. But to what end? And will the ends justify the means? The Sons of History discuss the history of laws passed by Congress over the centuries  that have infringed on American rights. Are red flag laws in the same category? Dustin Bass and Alan Wakim discuss the Bill of Rights, due process, gun rights, and if more gun restrictions are necessary or if current laws need to be better enforced.  For your own further research, check out these sources: Current states with red flag laws Alien and Sedition Acts of 1798 Rep. Lyons arrested and imprisoned for criticizing Adams Espionage Act of 1917 Sedition Act of 1918 Requirements of due process Duke study in 2017 Josh Horwitz WaPo Op-Ed: Risk Warrants Saves Lives We hope you enjoy this episode. Be sure to follow us on social media. Also, Dustin and Alan give their book and movie recommendations.

What this episode covers

Red flag laws are currently being debated and Sens. Richard Blumenthal (D - CT.) and Lindsey Graham (R - S.C.) are working to put something together to better protect Americans at the federal level. But to what end? And will the ends justify the means? The Sons of History discuss the history of laws passed by Congress over the centuries that have infringed on American rights. Are red flag laws in the same category? Dustin Bass and Alan Wakim discuss the Bill of Rights, due process, gun rights, and if more gun restrictions are necessary or if current laws need to be better enforced. For your own further research, check out these sources: Current states with red flag laws Alien and Sedition Acts of 1798 Rep. Lyons arrested and imprisoned for criticizing Adams Espionage Act of 1917 Sedition Act of 1918 Requirements of due process Duke study in 2017 Josh Horwitz WaPo Op-Ed: Risk Warrants Saves Lives We hope you enjoy this episode. Be sure to follow us on social media. Also, Dustin and Alan give their book and movie recommendations.