Delaware Supreme Court hears arguments over constitutionality of age-restricted gun law

The Delaware Supreme Court is reviewing the constitutionality of a 2022 law requiring firearm buyers to be at least 21 years old. The law, House Bill 451, was struck down by a lower court in September 2025 but is being appealed by the Delaware Department of Justice, which argues the legislature should be given more deference in setting public safety policies.