Jacob Paulsen

Virginia Gun Laws 2026: What Every Gun Owner Needs to Know

By Jacob Paulsen / April 28, 2026

Governor Spanberger signed eight gun control bills in April 2026, with more still pending. Here’s a complete breakdown of what passed, what it means, and what Virginia gun owners need to do before July 1.

Military Bases Are No Longer Gun Free Zones. Here’s What Changed.

By Jacob Paulsen / April 21, 2026

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has signed a memo ending gun-free zone policy on U.S. military bases, allowing off-duty service members to carry privately owned firearms for self-defense. Here’s what it means.

Kentucky Overrides Governor’s Vetoes: What HB 78 and HB 312 Mean for Gun Owners

By Jacob Paulsen / April 20, 2026

Kentucky’s legislature overrode two gubernatorial vetoes on April 14, 2026, protecting the firearms industry from frivolous lawsuits and expanding concealed carry rights to adults ages 18–20.

Introducing Guardian University — Your New Home for Defensive Training

By Jacob Paulsen / April 20, 2026

Guardian University is our new dedicated learning environment inside ConcealedCarry.com, built from the ground up to be the most organized, intentional, and accessible defensive training resource we’ve ever offered.

Concealed Carry in National Park Buildings: A New Lawsuit Challenging This Ban

By Jacob Paulsen / April 6, 2026

Can you legally carry a firearm inside national park buildings? We break down 18 U.S.C. § 930(a), current laws, and a new federal lawsuit challenging the ban.

Can You Reset The Trigger Faster Than The Gun Cycles?

By Jacob Paulsen / April 4, 2026

Master recoil management by shifting from active control to predictable return—improve speed, accuracy, and consistency with this mindset.

5 Critical Lessons on Tactical Anatomy Every Armed Citizen Needs to Understand

By Jacob Paulsen / March 30, 2026

Learn the 5 critical tactical anatomy principles that determine whether you can stop a deadly threat. Based on insights from Steve Moses and real-world training experience.

Federal Court Blocks New York’s Social Media Requirement for Carry Permits

By Jacob Paulsen / March 22, 2026

Courts have blocked or struck down enforcement of New York’s social media disclosure requirement for concealed carry permits, primarily through injunctions and appellate rulings, while broader parts of the law remain in effect.

Akron Road Rage Shooting: What This Defensive Gun Use Teaches Concealed Carriers

By Jacob Paulsen / March 22, 2026

A DoorDash driver in Akron, Ohio returned fire after occupants of a stolen vehicle shot through his windshield during a road rage attack. We break down the legal decisions he got right, the vehicle gunfight tactics every concealed carrier should know, and what to do in the 60 seconds after a defensive shooting.

Wyoming Just Passed 3 Pro-Gun Bills — Here’s What They Actually Mean

By Jacob Paulsen / March 19, 2026

Wyoming passed three new pro-gun laws in 2026. Here’s a plain-English breakdown of HB 39, HB 96, and HB 98—and what they mean for gun owners.

Post Office Gun Ban Unconstitutional? Federal Court Blocks Enforcement—For Some

By Jacob Paulsen / March 19, 2026

A federal court has blocked enforcement of the post office gun ban for some Americans. Here’s what the ruling really means—and why the case isn’t over.

D.C. Court Rules Magazine Ban Unconstitutional in Major Second Amendment Decision

By Jacob Paulsen / March 7, 2026

DC’s highest court ruled the city’s 10-round magazine ban unconstitutional, finding that commonly owned firearm magazines are protected under the Second Amendment.

Types of Gun Free Zones: Why Gun Owners Must Understand the Difference

By Jacob Paulsen / March 5, 2026

Learn the two types of gun free zones in the United States and why understanding the difference between government and private restrictions is critical for armed citizens.

3 Applications of BarrelBlok for Law Enforcement and Military

By Jacob Paulsen / March 2, 2026

Learn the three key applications of BarrelBlok for law enforcement and military training: safer academy instruction, safer at-home dry fire for qualification prep, and safer scenario-based training to reduce negligent discharge risk.

Banks Are Backing Off Anti-Gun Policies

By Jacob Paulsen / February 16, 2026

Major U.S. banks are reversing anti-gun industry policies after federal regulators scrutinized “debanking” practices. Here’s what changed and why it matters to lawful firearm businesses and gun owners.