New York had mandated that individuals must demonstrate a “special need” to obtain an unrestricted concealed carry license. However, the Supreme Court ruled that the right to carry a firearm for self-defense is deeply rooted in American history.

Congress sought to regulate machine guns with the National Firearms Act of 1934 and later prohibited their possession with the Firearms Owners Protection Act of 1986. Prosecutors contended that Tamori’s weapons did not fall under Second Amendment protections.

Broomes sharply disagreed, stating they are protected “within the original meaning of the amendment.” He said the government failed to justify the law’s application in this case.

It’s unclear if the Justice Department will appeal the ruling, the Caller reported, though it seems likely.