Illinois Supreme Court strikes down Gun and Ammo tax as unconstitutional in Cook County
This video from the Four Boxes Diner discusses a significant ruling by the Illinois Supreme Court that struck down Cook County's gun and ammunition taxes as unconstitutional. Constitutional attorney Mark W. Smith explains that the court did not focus on the Second Amendment but rather on the Uniformity Clause, which requires fair and even tax administration. The ruling found that the specific taxes levied on firearms and ammunition violated this clause. A concurring opinion suggested that even a more narrowly tailored tax aimed at mitigating gun violence costs would still be unconstitutional under Illinois law. The video emphasizes the importance of understanding constitutional rights and fighting gun control efforts.










