Can you be in a militia and not know it?

[Missourian]

In the thread I authored

What is Meant by "Well Regulated"?

"A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed." https://constitutioncenter.org/interactive-constitution/amendment/amendment-ii What is your definition of a "well regulated Militia"?

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How could you not know it?

It's codified by law here in Missouri...

"41.050. State militia, members. — The militia of the state shall include all able-bodied citizens and all other able-bodied residents, who, in the case of the unorganized militia and the Missouri state defense force, shall be more than seventeen years of age and not more than sixty-four, and such other persons as may upon their own application be enrolled or commissioned therein, and who, in the case of the organized militia, shall be within the age limits and possess the physical and mental qualifications prescribed by law or regulations for the reserve components of the Armed Forces of the United States, except that this section shall not be construed to require militia service of any persons specifically exempted by the laws of the United States or the state of Missouri. The maximum age requirement may be waived by the adjutant general on a case-by-case basis."

2020 Missouri Revised Statutes :: Title V - Military Affairs and Police :: Chapter 41 - Military Forces :: Section 41.050 State militia, members.

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[Missourian]

In the thread I authored

What is Meant by "Well Regulated"?

"A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed." https://constitutioncenter.org/interactive-constitution/amendment/amendment-ii What is your definition of a "well regulated Militia"?

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Your state too...

"Article 16 Section 1 - Composition of militia
1. Composition of militia

Section 1. The militia of the state of Arizona shall consist of all capable citizens of the state between the ages of eighteen and forty-five years, and of those between said ages who shall have declared their intention to become citizens of the United States, residing therein, subject to such exemptions as now exist, or as may hereafter be created, by the laws of the United States or of this state."

Article 16 Section 1 - Composition of militia

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[Missourian]

Yes, the "unorganized militia" has every male in the country in it

Missouri it is every citizen and resident regardless of gender.

Ages 17 to 64.

 

[Missourian]

So, what does that mean in practical terms?

Women aren't members of the militia?

If not, why not?

In your state, if you are over 18 and under 45 or have ever been a resident while over 18 and under 45... you were a member of the militia.

Your state is also all citizens and most residents...regardless of gender.

 

[fncceo]

Definitely part of a militia ...

 

[Bootney Lee Farnsworth]

No one is 'enlisted' into the militia. All able bodied people of a majority age are considered acceptable as militia, provided you are loyal to the United States.

...provided you are loyal to your own state.

 

[candycorn]

Was Salvador Ramos part of the Militia?

Is there any psychological assessment that takes place to be in a Militia?