In Presser v. Illinois, the Supreme Court ruled that states have the power to regulate and prohibit private militias but cannot infringe upon an individual's right to bear arms.
Related terms
Private Militias: Organized groups of civilians who come together for military purposes.
Right to Bear Arms: The Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution protects an individual's right to own firearms.
State Regulation: Laws and policies implemented by state governments to control or manage various aspects within their jurisdiction.