Supreme Court Confronts Bid to Open Up Gunmakers’ Liability

Feb. 28, 2025, 9:40 PM UTC

The US Supreme Court hears argument March 4 in a case over gun industry protections from lawsuits.

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The dispute involving Mexico and Smith & Wesson Brands Inc. centers on whether exceptions to the 2005 Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act open manufacturers to court challenges.

Mexico alleges gunmakers intentionally trade with suppliers for drug cartels and the law allows suits when industry knowingly violates firearms laws in a way that causes injury. Industry says it’s shielded, but ...

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