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law-and-justice1 year ago

Supreme Court Justices Grapple with Gun Control and Grammar in Bump Stock Case

During oral arguments at the Supreme Court, Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson made a false claim about bump stocks, stating that they allow guns to fire "800 rounds a second," which is significantly higher than their actual rate of fire. Another justice, Sotomayor, questioned why individuals with arthritis should be allowed to possess weapons with high rates of fire. These statements have raised concerns about the justices' understanding of gun laws and firearms, as well as the potential impact on future rulings.

via Outkick|
#bump-stocks#gun-laws#ketanji-brown-jackson
entertainment1 year ago

"Supreme Court's Battle Over Deadly Weapons and Legal Theories"

"The Daily Show" guest host Michael Kosta presented a bold new legal theory for the Supreme Court to consider regarding the case on bump stocks, suggesting that justices should simply "look with your fucking eyes" to determine whether certain items, such as bump stocks or in vitro fertilization, fall under specific legal definitions. Kosta's humorous yet pointed commentary came in response to the court's technical debate on trigger functions versus trigger pulls during oral arguments.

via HuffPost|
#bump-stocks#entertainment#legal-theory
us-supreme-court-gun-control1 year ago

"Supreme Court Divided: Amy Coney Barrett's Role in Bump Stock Ban Decision"

The Supreme Court appeared split over the legality of the Trump administration's ban on bump stocks, which enable semiautomatic rifles to fire at speeds rivaling machine guns. The ban was enacted after the 2017 Las Vegas shooting, and the justices seemed divided along ideological lines during the arguments. The case does not revolve around the Second Amendment but rather challenges the power of administrative agencies. A decision is expected by late June.

via The New York Times|
#bump-stocks#gun-control#second-amendment
law-and-politics1 year ago

"Supreme Court's Decision on Bump Stock Ban: What's at Stake for American Weapons?"

The U.S. Supreme Court appeared divided over the federal ban on bump stocks, devices that modify semiautomatic guns to fire rapidly. The government argues that the ban falls within its authority to regulate machine guns, while challengers claim only Congress can enact such a ban. Justices expressed skepticism about the ATF's authority to reinterpret the law and debated the distinction between machine guns and modified semiautomatic weapons. A decision is expected by summer.

via NPR|
#atf#bump-stocks#gun-regulation
jurisprudence1 year ago

"Supreme Court's Amy Coney Barrett to Rule on Bump Stock Ban"

The Supreme Court is considering the legality of bump stocks, which were used in the deadly Las Vegas music festival shooting, effectively turning rifles into machine guns. The ban on bump stocks, enacted by the Trump administration, is now being challenged, with the conservative-leaning Supreme Court showing a potential inclination to invalidate it. Justice Amy Coney Barrett's swing vote may decide the outcome, as she expressed skepticism about whether bump stocks meet the federal definition of a "machinegun." The case has sparked a debate over the interpretation of federal law and the role of the administrative state, with implications for gun safety legislation and potential future mass shootings.

via Slate|
#amy-coney-barrett#bump-stocks#guns
law-and-politics1 year ago

Supreme Court Divided: The Bump Stock Ban Debate

The Supreme Court heard arguments over the federal ban on bump stocks, with conservatives questioning the ban's legality and liberals supporting it. The debate centered on whether Congress should have approved the ban and whether bump stocks should be classified as machine guns. The Biden administration defended the ban, citing the 2017 Las Vegas shooting, while the challenger argued for a more nuanced approach. The justices focused on how bump stocks operate and debated the interpretation of the law banning machine guns, with Justice Kagan emphasizing the importance of common sense in statutory interpretation.

via CNN|
#bump-stocks#federal-agencies#gun-control
law-and-politics1 year ago

"Supreme Court Considers Bump Stocks and Machine Guns in Landmark Case"

During a Supreme Court argument, Justice Amy Coney Barrett expressed sympathy for upholding the ban on "bump stocks," devices that convert semiautomatic weapons into fully automatic ones. The case, known as Garland v. Cargill, revolves around the interpretation of federal law banning "machineguns" and whether it encompasses bump stocks. The oral argument suggests that the ban on bump stocks will likely be upheld, with Barrett and Chief Justice John Roberts showing potential support for the government's position.

via Vox.com|
#amy-coney-barrett#bump-stocks#federal-law
us-politics-law-and-order1 year ago

"Supreme Court Considers Fate of Bump Stocks in Landmark Gun Case"

The US Supreme Court is considering whether to lift the ban on bump stocks, gun accessories that enable rifles to fire hundreds of bullets per minute. The ban was imposed by the Trump administration after a mass shooting in Las Vegas in 2017. Justices are grappling with the technical aspects of the case, including the definition of machine guns and the interpretation of federal statutes. The ruling, expected in June, could potentially invalidate the ban and legalize bump stocks in states without their own restrictions.

via BBC.com|
#bump-stocks#gun-control#second-amendment
us-supreme-court-gun-control-legal-challenge1 year ago

"Supreme Court Reviews Trump-Era Bump Stock Ban"

The Supreme Court is set to hear a challenge to a Trump-era ban on bump stocks, a gun accessory used in the 2017 Las Vegas massacre. The case involves a Texas gun shop owner arguing that the ban was not in line with federal law, while the Biden administration defends the ban. The ban was a reversal by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives following the Las Vegas shooting. The case is not directly about Second Amendment gun rights, but rather about the ATF's authority in imposing the ban. The Supreme Court's decision is expected by early summer and comes at a time when the conservative majority has been increasingly skeptical of federal agency powers.

via The Associated Press|
#bump-stocks#gun-control#legal-challenge
politics1 year ago

"Supreme Court Divided Over Bump Stock Ban in Gun Attachment Case"

The Supreme Court heard arguments in a case challenging the Trump-era ban on bump stocks for firearms, focusing on whether a bump stock qualifies as a "machine gun" under federal law. The dispute centers on statutory interpretation and the authority of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) to outlaw bump stocks. The case, known as Garland v. Cargill, arose after the ATF reversed its position on bump stocks following the 2017 Las Vegas mass shooting, leading to conflicting decisions in federal appeals courts. The Biden administration appealed to the Supreme Court, arguing that bump stocks meet the definition of a machine gun, while Cargill's lawyers contend that the statute is ambiguous and should be interpreted in their favor. A decision is expected by the end of June.

via CBS News|
#atf#bump-stocks#firearms
law-and-politics1 year ago

"Supreme Court Considers Trump-Era Bump Stock Ban in Landmark Gun Control Case"

The Supreme Court is set to hear arguments on the Trump administration's ban on "bump stocks," a gun accessory that allows semi-automatic rifles to fire more rapidly. The case revolves around whether the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives had the authority to implement the prohibition. The ban was imposed after the 2017 Las Vegas mass shooting. The court's decision could have implications for gun regulations and the interpretation of the National Firearms Act.

via NBC News|
#bump-stocks#gun-control#law-and-politics
law-and-politics1 year ago

"Supreme Court Considers Trump-Era Bump Stock Ban in Landmark Case"

The Supreme Court is hearing a case challenging the legality of a Trump-era regulation that banned bump stocks, devices that modify semiautomatic weapons to increase firing speed. The regulation was implemented in response to the 2017 Las Vegas shooting. The case revolves around whether the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) has the authority to equate bump stocks with machine guns under existing law. The government argues that bump stocks significantly increase a weapon's firing rate, while challengers point to earlier ATF regulations that did not ban bump stocks. A decision is expected by summer, and it could have implications for agency powers and gun regulations.

via NPR|
#bump-stocks#gun-regulation#law-and-politics
law-and-politics2 years ago

Supreme Court to Review Trump-era Gun Rule and Challenge to Bump Stock Ban

The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to review a Trump-era ban on bump stocks, devices that convert semi-automatic weapons into machine guns. The ban was implemented in 2019 after a mass shooting in Las Vegas, but the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals ruled it illegal earlier this year. The Supreme Court's decision to review the ban comes after a path-breaking decision on gun rights and at the urging of both the government and gun rights groups.

via NPR|
#bump-stocks#gun-control#law-and-politics
law-and-politics2 years ago

Supreme Court to Decide on Bump Stock Ban Challenge

The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a challenge to the federal ban on bump stocks, devices that increase the rate of fire of semiautomatic rifles. The ban has divided federal appeals courts, and the case comes at a time when the country is still grappling with the aftermath of a mass shooting. The challenge questions whether the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives exceeded its authority by classifying bump stocks as "machine guns" under the National Firearms Act. The Biden administration has petitioned the Supreme Court to take up the appeal, while lawyers for the challenger argue that the law is ambiguous and the ban is an unlawful exercise of power.

via CNN|
#atf#bump-stocks#gun-control
law-and-politics2 years ago

Supreme Court to Decide Legality of Gun 'Bump Stocks' Ban

The Supreme Court has agreed to review the legality of the Trump-era ban on bump stocks, accessories that allow semi-automatic rifles to fire more quickly. The case involves a Texas gun owner who argues that the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives lacked the authority to implement the ban. The ban was imposed after the 2017 mass shooting in Las Vegas, where the shooter used bump stocks. Lower courts have reached differing conclusions on the ban's legality. This marks another gun rights battle for the Supreme Court, which recently expanded gun rights in a separate case. The court will also hear a case on whether people accused of domestic violence have a right to own firearms.

via NBC News|
#bump-stocks#gun-rights#law-and-politics