Florida Civics Literacy (FCLE) Practice Exam

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How did District of Columbia versus Heller (2008) impact state's rights?

Expanded the ability of states
No impact on states
Reduced ability of states to place restrictions
Increased federal oversight

The correct answer is: Reduced ability of states to place restrictions

District of Columbia versus Heller (2008) impacted state's rights by reducing their ability to place restrictions on gun ownership. This decision from the Supreme Court declared that the Second Amendment protects an individual's right to possess a firearm for self-defense, and therefore state laws that completely ban the possession of handguns are unconstitutional. This means that states have less power to regulate gun ownership, as any restrictions they impose must be in line with an individual's right to possess a firearm. This decision did not expand state's rights, nor did it have no impact, as it directly affected state laws related to gun control. Additionally, it did not increase federal oversight, as the ruling focused on limiting state regulations.