I have guns, but am not currently a member of a “well regulated militia.”
Am I nevertheless in compliance with the 2nd Amendment?
Most of the men at the time this was written were probably not in a militia either, but could be called up when needed. And I would imagine that you would be in compliance if you are able to maintain your guns in good condition and are proficient in their use and can hit what you aim for (”well regulated” in the 18th century vernacular).
“I have guns, but am not currently a member of a “well regulated militia.””
According to federal law, you are. The law says that the militia consists of the organized militia (National Guard and Reserves) and the un-organized militia (all others capable of bearing arms.)
Yes, you are a member of a 'well regulated militia'-the American people!
Because of the placement of commas in the 2nd Amendment, I believe that the people's right to bear arms should not be infringed upon.
Are you an able-bodied male aged 17-45, registered with the Selective Service System, familiar with the weapons you already own, and trained to whatever degree* the state & federal governments see fit? Yes? then you fit the "militia clause" of the 2nd Amendment.
* - that the gov't chooses to not train you does not squelch your 2nd Amendment right and compliance.
The reason for your right is spelled out. Why didn’t they say “The right for a militia to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed” ??