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In a landmark decision, the Colorado Supreme Court ruled in favor of a voter-approved constitutional amendment on Tuesday, March 16, 2026. The amendment in question, known as Amendment 87, was passed in the November 2024 election with overwhelming support from the state's residents.Amendment 87 sought to impose stricter regulations on the sale and possession of firearms in Colorado. The measure included provisions requiring background checks for all gun purchases, banning the sale of high-capacity magazines, and implementing a waiting period for firearm purchases. However, soon after its passage, a group of gun rights advocates filed a lawsuit challenging the constitutionality of the amendment.The case made its way through the state court system, ultimately landing before the Colorado Supreme Court for a final decision. In a 6-1 ruling, the justices upheld the legality of Amendment 87, affirming the right of the state's voters to determine gun regulations through the democratic process.In their majority opinion, the justices cited the principle of popular sovereignty, emphasizing that the amendment was duly passed by a majority of Colorado voters and did not violate any provisions of the state or federal constitution. They also highlighted the importance of ensuring public safety and reducing gun violence in the state.The ruling was met with mixed reactions from advocates on both sides of the gun control debate. Gun control proponents hailed the decision as a victory for common-sense regulations that will help protect Colorado residents from gun violence. On the other hand, gun rights activists expressed disappointment and concern over what they saw as government overreach infringing on their Second Amendment rights.With the Colorado Supreme Court's decision, Amendment 87 will now be fully implemented, marking a significant shift in the state's approach to gun regulation. The ruling is expected to have far-reaching implications for future gun control measures in Colorado and beyond, setting a precedent for how states can address gun violence through the democratic process.