Episode 108. Prosecutors Challenge 2nd Amendment in Rajon Rondo Case (Part 2) - The Forge of Freedom

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Episode 108. Prosecutors Challenge 2nd Amendment in Rajon Rondo Case (Part 2)

This episode of the Forge of Freedom podcast discusses the prosecution of Rajon Rondo for unlawful possession of a handgun. The host examines the charges, the motion to dismiss, and the response from the prosecutor. The prosecutor argues that domestic violence restraining orders can justify the deprivation of the right to bear arms, while the defense questions the constitutionality of such prohibitions. The host analyzes the historical analogies presented by the prosecutor and highlights the practical ineffectiveness of domestic violence restraining orders. The episode concludes with a reflection on personal responsibility and the importance of self-protection.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

00:52 Charges against Rajon Rondo

03:19 Response from the Prosecutor

04:58 Quotes by George Mason and Alexander Hamilton

05:27 Humorous Lawyer Joke

05:56 Motion to Dismiss the Unlawful Possession Charge

06:26 Burden of Proof and Historical Analogies

07:52 Prosecutor's Response and Annotations

13:14 Comparison to Felon in Possession Laws

14:44 Historical Analogies and Surety Statutes

21:28 Prosecutor's Arguments and Omissions

25:38 Opposing Conclusions in Federal District Courts

28:05 Relevance of Indiana Code and Persuasive Authority

31:39 Argument Based on Historical Regulation of Firearms

36:17 Citing Racist Gun Control Laws

40:47 Dissenting Opinion of Amy Coney Barrett

46:00 Severity of Burden and Personal Responsibility

53:16 Practical Ineffectiveness of Domestic Violence Restraining Orders

57:01 Conclusion and Reflections

Resources:

Prosecutors argue former UK, NBA star Rajon Rondo is not protected by 2nd amendment to carry a gun

https://www.wdrb.com/in-depth/prosecutors-argue-former-uk-nba-star-rajon-rondo-is-not-protected-by-2nd-amendment-to/article_b3e0298c-db44-11ee-8e4c-833679b62519.html

Kanter v. Barr

https://cases.justia.com/federal/appellate-courts/ca7/18-1478/18-1478-2019-03-15.pdf?ts=1552685416

Crime Prevention Research Center

https://crimeresearch.org/?s=Rahimi&et_pb_searchform_submit=et_search_proccess&et_pb_include_posts=yes&et_pb_include_pages=yes

https://crimeresearch.org/2023/11/on-americas-voice-live-with-steve-gruber-to-discuss-scotus-oral-arguments-on-rahimi-what-standards-should-be-met-to-take-away-someones-guns/

Episode 51. What is the Second Amendment? (rerun of Episode 9) – The Forge of Freedom

https://forgeoffreedom.com/2023/08/19/episode-51-what-is-the-second-amendment-rerun-of-episode-9/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nk4b1mXcQ-0

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