Understanding Brandishing: Definition, Legal Implications and Responsible Gun Ownership
By K.L. Jamison, ESQ 08/28/2024 Understanding Brandishing: Definition, Legal Implications and Responsible Gun Ownership The Second Amendment grants individuals the right to bear arms, allowing citizens to protect themselves and their loved ones. Exercising this right...
What Happens After a Self-Defense Shooting
By USCCA 03/26/2024 What Happens After a Self-Defense Shooting When it comes to protecting yourself and your family, there is nothing more important than being prepared. As a responsible gun owner or concealed carrier, you have taken the extra precaution of arming...
What Is Concealed Carry Reciprocity?
By USCCA 11/12/2024 What Is Concealed Carry Reciprocity? Understanding the nuances of concealed carry reciprocity is an important part of being a responsible concealed carrier. This legal concept dictates the recognition of concealed carry permits across different...
Concealed Carry in Winter
By Bob Campbell 11/01/2024 Concealed Carry in Winter As winter sets in and the temperature drops, mastering the art of concealed carry becomes a unique challenge. Cold weather brings with it a need for specialized gear and tactics to ensure your safety and maintain...
First-Aid Kits vs. Trauma Kits
By Eugene Nielsen 11/18/2024 First-Aid Kits vs. Trauma Kits A first-aid kit and a trauma kit both play vital roles in emergency preparedness, but their purposes and contents differ. A first-aid kit is designed for treating minor injuries, such as cuts, scrapes, burns,...
Verbal Warnings in Self-Defense
By USCCA 11/26/2024 Verbal Warnings in Self-Defense Do you practice verbal warnings as part of your self-defense preparedness plan? You should. Giving a verbal warning could save your life, prevent unnecessary escalation and help you avoid potential legal...
Brass vs Steel Ammunition
By USCCA 08/14/2024 Brass vs. Steel Ammo The debate between brass-cased and steel-cased ammunition has been ongoing among firearms enthusiasts. Each type of casing has its pros and cons, but can one truly be deemed superior to the other? Let’s dive deeper into the...
Understanding the 4 Rules for Gun Safety
By Kevin Michalowski 12/03/2024 Understanding the 4 Rules for Gun Safety Every year, countless preventable incidents involving firearms occur, underscoring the critical importance of gun safety. Whether you’re a seasoned gun owner or a newcomer to firearms, adhering...
Understanding Disparity of Force
By K.L. Jamison, ESQ 11/20/2024 Understanding Disparity of Force Imagine being cornered, outmatched and facing an immediate threat. In such situations, understanding the concept of disparity of force can make the difference between lawful self-defense and potential...
Is Off-Body Carry Right For You?
By USCCA 11/13/2024 Is Off-Body Carry Right For You? Concealed carry involves securing a firearm on one’s person, usually in a holster directly attached to the body. However, off-body carry is an alternative that employs containers such as handbags, briefcases or even...