Gun Control & RKBA

Cases have been won and lost on far less.

In any event, if plaintiffs prevail, their theory effectively prohibits by way of tort law ALL semi-automatic rifles (and possibly handguns) numbering in the tens of millions, and eviscerates the PLCAA, at least in CT. In practice, it would overturn Heller and McDonald. I thus highly doubt plaintiffs will win in the end.

Nevertheless, I wouldn't be shocked if the local CT state trial judge denies the motion to dismiss. He or she is unlikely to issue a ruling against the Sandy Hook families due to political pressure, and even if likely reversed, could try to hurt the defendants through broad discovery of confidential matters such as trade secrets and competitive business practices. This case will ultimately be decided by the CT Supreme Court or SCOTUS.