Which statement is NOT in line with the militia theory?

The term "people" in the Second Amendment should be interpreted as a collective term.

The Second Amendment cannot be interpreted separately from its historical context in the colonial and revolutionary period.

States should be able to pass laws limiting the kinds of weapons a person can own.

Guns are a legitimate way for the average citizen to protect his or her home and family.

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Conor Terrell

2 October, 07:51

Which statement is NOT in line with the militia theory?

The term "people" in the Second Amendment should be interpreted as a collective term.

The Second Amendment cannot be interpreted separately from its historical context in the colonial and revolutionary period.

States should be able to pass laws limiting the kinds of weapons a person can own.

Guns are a legitimate way for the average citizen to protect his or her home and family.

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Anastasia Moyer · Answer 1

"Guns are a legitimate way for the average citizen to protect his or her home and family" would not be in line with the militia interpretation of the this amendment, since this holds that it only applies to groups of people.