Supreme Court tackles Hawaii's 'vampire rule' for gun owners

January 20, 2026

The Supreme Court is reviewing a challenge to Hawaii's gun law known as the 'vampire rule,' which mandates that gun owners obtain permission before bringing firearms onto private property. This law, enacted in 2023, raises questions about its compliance with the Second Amendment, especially given the court's history of supporting gun rights.

Supreme Court tackles Hawaii's 'vampire rule' for gun owners

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Hawaii's 'vampire rule' requires gun owners to seek permission before entering private property with firearms.
The Supreme Court is evaluating whether this law violates the Second Amendment.
The law was enacted in 2023 as part of a broader gun control measure.
The Supreme Court's conservative majority typically supports gun rights.

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Supreme Court tackles Hawaii's 'vampire rule' for gun owners

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Supreme Court tackles Hawaii's 'vampire rule' for gun owners

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