Topic: Defense Distributed
Defense Distributed is at the forefront of the ongoing battle over the distribution of 3D-printed gun blueprints, facing significant legal and political pressure aimed at censorship. Efforts by state officials and attorneys general to suppress access to these blueprints highlight the broader implications for free speech and individual rights in the digital area. The situation raises critical questions about the limits of government control over information and the right to share knowledge freely.
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Democrats wage new war on online 3D printed guns and blueprints
An affront to First and Second Amendment rights.
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State attorneys general are an increasing threat to 3D-printed guns and online blueprints
Major challenges look set to come over the next couple of years, in relation to both the First and Second…
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State officials are trying to get online 3D printed gun files taken down – again
Censoring blueprints and designs would set a dangerous precedent.
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Community-powered 3D gun blueprints repository DEFCAD is back online
Censorship challenges have taken the site offline several times over the last seven years.
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20 states start legal action to prevent Trump administration from allowing 3D printed gun blueprints online
The states argue blueprints shouldn’t be allowed.
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Federal Judge blocks Trump Administration from allowing distribution of 3D gun blueprints
Digital rights groups argue that it’s simply “code” and should be allowed.
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Ivan, free speech advocate, returns to Twitter and demands answers
On April 19th, Ivan announced his return to Twitter under an account called @Det_Disp.