That opinion in District of Columbia vs. Heller was expanded to the states in the 2010 case (*) McDonald vs. Chicago, giving individuals the protection of this amendment even if they are not part of a "well-regulated militia."
In 2008, Justice Antonin Scalia interpreted this amendment's phrase "the People" as referring to individuals. That opinion in District of Columbia vs. Heller was expanded to the states in the 2010 case (*) McDonald vs. Chicago, giving individuals the protection of this amendment even if they are not part of a "well-regulated militia." For 10 points, name this amendment in the Bill of Rights that guarantees the right to keep and bear arms.
In 2008, Justice Antonin Scalia interpreted this amendment's phrase "the People" as referring to individuals.
Second Amendment to the U.S. Constitution (accept Amendment 2)