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Victims of California synagogue shooting can sue gunmaker

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A California judge ruled that victims of a 2019 synagogue shooting near San Diego can sue the manufacturer of the weapon used in the attack.

Smith & Wesson's AR-15-style rifle was used to kill one worshiper and wound three in the attack.

The judge ruled victims and families have adequately alleged Smith & Wesson knew its AR-15-style rifle could be modified into a machine gun-style or assault weapon in violation of state law.

Read more from The Associated Press.

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