What the Supreme Court domestic violence gun ruling means for survivors, advocates

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The U.S. Supreme Court's decision to uphold the ban on firearms for domestic violence abusers has local survivors and their advocates breathing a sigh of relief.

Jasmine MinorThe U.S. Supreme Court's decision to uphold the ban on firearms for domestic violence abusers has local survivors and their advocates breathing a sigh of relief.The U.S. Supreme Court's decision to uphold the ban on firearms for domestic violence abusers has local survivors and their advocates breathing a sigh of relief.

Darr said the first question they as at intake at WINGS is if there are guns in the home. If so, she said it's imperative her team moves quickly. Amanda Pyron, executive director of the Network Advocating Against Domestic Violence, said the ruling is paving the way for Karina's Bill to pass through the Illinois General Assembly this fall.

 

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