Matthew Maruster
How to Clear and Fix Common Handgun Malfunctions
Learn how to identify and clear Type 1, 2, and 3 semi-auto handgun malfunctions. Master Tap-Rack and double feed clearance before your life depends on it.
Holster Safety Checklist: 4 Must-Have Holster Features (And Why Most Fail the Test)
There are so many holster review articles on the internet it’s impossible to count. Most manufacturers will claim their holster is the best, and enthusiasts have their favorite brands they…
How Dangerous Is Your Holster? [VIDEO]
I want to make sure whenever we make decisions on anything in life, that we make them with as much factual information as possible. In this video, I discuss two incidents in which a firearm owner had a negligent discharge due at least in some part to the holster they were using. Don’t worry, in both incidents, the subject survived and did not sustain any serious injury.
What is CPTED, And How Can It Make Your Family Safer?
Practice and implement the principles of CPTED because they are great for reducing the appeal of your home to criminals. But, while we are at it, I want to mention a couple of other things that you should be doing in addition to the aforementioned practices.
The Second Amendment and Illegals? Read the U.S. District Judge’s Decision
Earlier this week in Illinois, U.S. District Judge Sharon Johnson Coleman delivered a significant ruling regarding the gun rights of non-citizens who enter the United States illegally. She found that…
Are European-Style Gun Control Laws a Blueprint for America?
Besides this being an election year in the U.S., the recent amendment to the Czech Republic’s charter has me thinking about the debate over gun control and ownership here in…
VIDEO | The Crucial Role of Directing Third-Party Individuals During a Shooting Incident
I recently watched the video from the tragic shooting inside a Lakewood, Texas mega church. The shooter, who brought her 7-year-old son along with her, used a legally purchased AR-15…
3 “Completely Legitimate” Reasons Not to Carry a Handgun
Are you tired of the burden of personal protection? Do you long for the carefree days of relying on the kindness of strangers? Look no further than these three completely legitimate reasons not to carry a handgun.
South Carolina: Permitless Carry Law Moves One Step Closer to Governor’s Desk
On February 1st, South Carolinians who value personal liberty and the right to self-defense were pleased to see House Bill 3594 passed the State Senate. As it stands now, the…
5 Safety Strategies For Facebook Marketplace Meetups-Your Guide to Secure Transactions
In the wake of an incident in Peoria, Illinois, where a routine Facebook Marketplace meetup turned into a life-threatening situation, the need for comprehensive safety strategies during online transactions is…
Judge Rules Ban on Firearms in Post Offices Unconstitutional in Landmark Case
This week, U.S. District Judge Kathryn Kimball Mizelle issued a consequential ruling regarding the prohibition of firearms within U.S. Post Offices. The case centered on Emmanuel Ayala, a postal worker…
VIDEO: Fort Wayne’s Road Rage – Legal Fate Unveiled for Man Charged with Felony Recklessness in Shooting Incident
Greetings, readers, as we delve into a recent incident unfolding on the streets of Fort Wayne, where police charged a 42-year-old man with a felony charge of criminal recklessness involving…
What is Excessive Force? No Charges in Houston Taqueria Shooting
This week, a grand jury in Texas declined to indict a man for shooting and killing another man who was actively robbing patrons in a restaurant. You may be familiar…
6 Principles For Talking to the Police After a Self-Defense Shooting
Personal safety is paramount, so understanding the intricacies of self-defense is crucial. It’s not just about stopping the attacker with well-aimed shots. I mean, of course, that comes first, but…