Jason Wolford, et al., Petitioners v. Anne E. Lopez, Attorney General of Hawaii

The Supreme Court heard argument in a Second Amendment case about a Hawaii law. The law makes it a crime for a licensed concealed-carry permit holder to bring a handgun onto private property open to the public, like a store or restaurant, unless the owner gives express authorization.

The Court heard argument on January 20, 2026, on whether Hawaii's express-authorization rule for licensed concealed-carry holders violates the Second Amendment.

The case could affect where licensed gun owners may legally carry in everyday places open to the public. For example, it matters to a permit holder who wants to enter a restaurant or shop while carrying a handgun.

The justices are reviewing whether Hawaii may criminalize carrying a handgun into stores and restaurants unless the owner gives express permission. The challenge focuses on the Second Amendment.

Licensed concealed-carry permit holders, business owners, and customers could all be affected. The answer could shape gun-carry rules in everyday public-facing private spaces.

The justices have already heard argument. The next major step is the Court's written decision, which is generally expected by late June or early July.