U.S. Law Shield and Texas Law Shield members asked program attorneys about the legal problems of taking concealed carry firearms into the parking lots of companies that make explosive, poisonous, or hazardous materials.
How is a “theft” different from a “burglary” under the law? It is wise to know the difference because the rules of using deadly force can change depending on the circumstances. Check out this article to make sure you have a clear understanding.
In this video, U.S. Law Shield and Texas Law Shield President Kirk Evans explains the top five reasons why legal gun owners go to jail — even when they are acting in legal ways using legal firearms.
Based on comments, some Cheaper Than Dirt! customers worry about how the effectiveness of their ammunition may prejudice how they’re viewed by the courts. In Texas, not so much. Read this article to learn if your ammunition choice is legal or not in the eyes of the law when used in a defensive situation.
You may be involved in an incident or experience that puts you in contact with a police officer while you are armed. If the officer decides to arrest you, there is one thing that can help you…
U.S. Law Shield and Texas Law Shield members asked their lawyers about legal liability for “printing” and failure to conceal. Read this article to see their response.
In the U.S. Law Shield and Texas Law Shield Forums, a member asked the lawyers: Is it wise to carry a “statement card” with you and hand it to the police at the scene, rather than give a verbal statement? The lawyers explain that while the statement card sure sounds convenient, it is not going to be appropriate for every situation. Read this response from U.S. Law Shield to learn more.
Starbucks Coffee Company CEO Howard Schultz issued a statement last week that respectfully requested its customers to “no longer bring firearms into our stores or outdoor seating areas — even in states where ‘open carry’ is permitted — unless they are authorized law enforcement personnel.” A survey of comments on the company’s website and Facebook page shows that gun owners are mostly unhappy about the request and will stop frequenting the stores, but a few are willing to cut Starbucks some slack and stay with the store.
Now over 20 states have some form of no duty to retreat law. Misinterpreted as “shoot first” laws, many people do not understand that a Stand your Ground Law is simply an extension of the Castle Doctrine. It is not a shoot first ask questions later law. One cannot shoot simply because they are afraid. In all justified homicides, in the public domain and in your home, the person you shoot must have the ability to harm you, the opportunity, and have put you in jeopardy. You cannot legally apply unreasonable force.
The National Shooting Sports Foundation is the trade association for the firearms, ammunition, hunting and shooting sports industry. Organizations such as the NRA, Second Amendment Foundation and National Association of Gun Rights may be better known to the average hunter and shooter, but none are more important to the fight for your Second Amendment rights. The NSSF has been a staunch supporter and has worked tirelessly to protect your rights.