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Aug 3, 2026

Justice Department Sues Montgomery County, Maryland Over Gun Restrictions Near Places of Worship and Public Spaces

The U.S. Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against Montgomery County, Maryland on August 3, 2026, challenging Bill 23-26, which prohibits carrying firearms within 100 yards of places of worship, parks, libraries, and other locations. The DOJ alleges the law violates the Second Amendment and conflicts with the Supreme Court's decision in Wolford v. Lopez.

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Justice Department Sues Montgomery County, Maryland Over Gun Restrictions Near Places of Worship and Public Spaces

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