You’re probably right. To do otherwise would open one helluva Pandora’s box.
The SCOTUS will likely also consider whether they themselves want to work and live in a DC that allows anyone to own a handgun. They know it’s not like the average DC thug would recognize a justice’s face on the street before they decide to put a gun in their ribs. This concern won’t make it into anyone’s written opinion. Overall, I doubt any of the 5 conservative votes want to be martyred on a dark street; on the alter of gun rights.
Preemptively before anyone goes spaz, I’m well aware of any and all arguments about thugs and stolen guns.
DC currently "allows" anyone willing to break the law to own a handgun.
They know it’s not like the average DC thug would recognize a justice’s face on the street before they decide to put a gun in their ribs.
They don't already run this risk?