The Supreme Court recently heard oral arguments in a case concerning the federal ban on bump stocks issued by the ATF. Amidst the proceedings, Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson made headlines for inaccurately claiming that bump stocks could enable a firearm to fire at an astounding rate of "800 rounds a second," equivalent to 48,000 rounds per minute. This claim, however, has been debunked, as the average rate of fire for a weapon with a bump stock is approximately 600 rounds per minute.

Additionally, Justice Sotomayor raised eyebrows by questioning why individuals with arthritis should be allowed to possess firearms with high rates of fire, insinuating limitations on Second Amendment rights based on health conditions.

These misconceptions have sparked criticism and concerns about the knowledge and understanding of gun-related issues among the Justices who play a pivotal role in shaping gun laws impacting citizens' lives. The case has highlighted the importance of factual accuracy and informed decision-making in legal proceedings surrounding sensitive topics like gun control.