The Second Amendment of the United States Constitution guarantees the right to bear arms, but it is often misunderstood.

While it is pretty simple and straightforward, there are many misconceptions and lies about what the Second Amendment truly means.

In this article, we will explore five of the most common misunderstandings about the Second Amendment to clear up any confusion. 

You’ll be surprised at how much freedom we really have - and how much it’s been infringed upon…

MYTH

Only Can Be Used for Hunting and Self-Defense

One of the most common misunderstandings about the Second Amendment is that it only applies to hunting and self-defense; however, the Second Amendment is not limited to these activities.

It guarantees the right to bear arms for the purpose of a well-regulated militia, which includes the National Guard along with other military and civilian organizations.

Plain and simple, the Supreme Court has ruled that the Second Amendment guarantees an individual's right to own firearms regardless of the purpose.

MYTH

Only Can Be Exercised by United States Citizens

This one surprised me; it is not true that the 2nd Amendment only applies to citizens of the United States. 

As a matter of fact, the Second Amendment applies to all individuals within the United States, including non-citizens.

The Supreme Court has ruled that the Second Amendment applies to all individuals within the United States, regardless of citizenship status.

MYTH

Only Applies to Muskets

Another common misconception about the 2nd Amendment is that it only applies to muskets or any other type of firearm that was commonly used in the 18th century when the amendment was written.

However, the Second Amendment does not specify the types of firearms that can be owned or possessed - it simply says, “the right to keep and bear arms”.

The Founding Fathers knew that the technology of firearms would advance beyond muskets and intentionally kept the wording of the amendment in such a way that all future firearms would fall under its umbrella.

The Supreme Court has ruled that the Second Amendment applies to all types of firearms, including modern weapons such as semi-automatic firearms.

MYTH

Allows for Unrestricted Ownership of Firearms

Conversely, some people believe that the Second Amendment allows for unrestricted ownership of firearms, but this is not the case.

Unfortunately, the Second Amendment does not prohibit the government from regulating the ownership, possession, and use of firearms. The Supreme Court has ruled that the Second Amendment is not an absolute right and that reasonable regulations on firearms are constitutional.

I’m not saying Right Wing Gear agrees with that ruling whatsoever, but it is what it is.

MYTH

Guarantees the Right to Carry Firearms in Any Location

Finally, it is believed by some that the Second Amendment guarantees the right to carry firearms in any location.

Unfortunately, the Second Amendment does not guarantee the right to carry firearms in any location. This is mainly set on a state level except for federal property.

The Supreme Court has ruled that the Second Amendment does not guarantee the right to carry firearms in sensitive places, such as schools and government buildings.

While the Second Amendment is pretty straightforward, political rats and dogs have been working tirelessly over the years to infringe on that right. 

Things like regulation of firearms ownership and anti-constitutional carry laws have paved the way for more strict, nonsensical legislation.

The best thing that gun-loving Americans can do at this point is to refuse any further laws and regulations to stop the complete disarming of the American public.

Thank you for reading, it’s important to understand the true meaning of the Second Amendment in order to have informed discussions and take appropriate action when it comes to firearms policy.