District of Columbia v. Heller

District of Columbia v. Heller (2008) is a landmark Supreme Court case that affirmed an individual's right to possess a firearm for self-defense within the home. The Court struck down a Washington, D.C. law that restricted handgun ownership and required firearms to be stored non-functionally, ruling it violated the Second Amendment. This decision clarified that the right to bear arms is not limited to military service but extends to individuals, influencing gun rights discussions and legislation across the United States.