TheUS 2nd Amendmentright to keep and bear arms was added to the Constitution in 1791.

In the two centuries since, firearm technology has changed significantly.

But the 2nd Amendment hasnt.

Does the right to bear arms cover AI guns and killer robots?

Because, well, thats all there was.

Interestingly though,it is not legal to open-carry a sword.

But what happens when we introduce AI-powered weapons to the mix?

Traditionally, similar technology has been banned for civilian use.

Its illegal to set up spring guns in defense of property in the US.

And that brings us to the open-carry conversation.

The big idea would be a drone capable of quietly following you around like a personal guardian angel.

Autonomous attack vehicles

AKA: killer robots.

Based on current law, it would depend on the nature of the machine.

At the end of the day, theres no telling what the future holds.

Disclaimer: Its probably illegal to build personal autonomous weapons of any kind in the US right now.

You should definitely contact local law enforcement before you consider partaking in any such endeavor.

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