Law
50 State Reciprocity Was Never The Goal, Baseball Shooting Proves It
It’s sad because I have family in New Jersey I’d like to visit more often, and a great friend from the Marines in Maryland, who, ironically, is a police officer in PG County (one of the deadliest in the nation). If I ever brought my gun to one of our encounters, he would have to arrest me because Maryland borders on insanity when it comes to guns.
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Episode 135: The History of Self-Defense
Today Riley invites Dr. Steve Adams onto the podcast to talk about the history of self-defense. What sort of rights did people have during the Dark Ages and up through Colonial America while still under the rule of King George III? What important role did John Locke and other great philosophers play in shaping the thoughts and ideologies of our Founding Fathers? Was the 2nd Amendment just a convenient idea that made it into the Bill of Rights? Or did it serve a greater and much more intentional purpose? Riley and Dr. Adams break it all down and discuss the influences behind the 2nd Amendment and the right to self-defense. We hope this episode is enjoyable and especially relevant for you on Independence Day!
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SCOTUS Confirms 2nd Amendment Rights Won’t Be Stripped From Those Who Commit Non-Violent Misdemeanors
This week the Supreme Court received a case that echoed a story that our Colorado Concealed Carry website covered just a few weeks ago. The story involved a man submitting an appeal to the 10th Circuit Court regarding his second amendment rights being taken away after receiving a misdemeanor offense. Well, due to other cases being brought up around the country the court decided to issue its opinion on the matter.
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Episode 133: Lessons Learned From the Philando Castile Shooting Video
Riley and Jacob cover the latest stories in the concealed carry and firearms industry world including some important updates out of Nevada and Oregon as far as reciprocity is concerned, Illinois is cracking down on violent offenders, one man credits his training with being able to stop a violent bear attack. Meanwhile military snipers are taking out ISIS fighters from 2.2 miles away and setting records in the process. But you don’t want to miss the CRAZY story about a Utah man that has to defend himself and his two teenage sons from a naked drunk man that just won’t give up even after the homeowner has to draw down on the man! Trust us, this one’s a doozy!
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Episode 131: After Congressional Baseball Shooting, Is It Time For National Reciprocity?
Riley and Jacob talk about the coverage surrounding the recent congressional baseball shooting in D.C. Some lawmakers are proposing that they pass legislation allowing them to be treated much like federal law enforcement and be able to carry concealed even in gun-restrictive jurisdictions like Washington D.C. We can’t help but wonder if it isn’t the time to really get serious about passing a National Reciprocity bill?! Also discussion about 3 traumatic JUSTIFIED defensive gun uses that you won’t want to miss!
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How The Anti-Gunners Brainwash America’s Outlook On Gun Ownership
Have Americans been ‘brainwashed’ into thinking about guns in a vastly different way than ever before in history? The answer to that question is unequivocally … Yes. First, what is…
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Why You Were Told To Drag The Body Back In The House
A lot of people have said that in a situation where you are defending your home from an intruder, and shoot them outside your front door, you were to drag the body back into your home until the authorities arrived. Is that truly the case?
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Episode 127: Neighbor Shoots Man Trying to Drown Twin Babies
Riley and Jacob share news today about Michigan possibly becoming the next state to have constitutional carry. Meanwhile the ninth circuit court upholds a ridiculous law that forces gun owners to pay for gun confiscation and buy-back programs, and how about this…a Pennsylvania law has been proposed to make gun owners a “protected class.” How’s that for interesting?! Also don’t miss the JUSTIFIED story about a neighbor that heeded the call to action that saved the lives of two twin infants…and potentially the lives of an entire family!
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Episode 125: AZ Man Used Gun to Save Cop’s Life…Is Also Pro-Gun Control??
Riley and Jacob get into a number of great news stories today including a 10th District Circuit Court ruling that could change a lot of people’s lives, how 16,000 CCWers’ identities were compromised by a data hack of Florida State’s records, how the “gun control” in Canada is working (or not) and also a story about a father who mistook his daughter for an intruder and made a costly mistake. PLUS…we break down the story about the Arizona man that saved a cop’s life because he was able to use his gun…but he comes out in USA Today as being for gun control?! What is going on?
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Episode 123: Video From Gas Station Shootout and MORE
In today’s news: Ohio is considering legislation that reduces penalties for CCWers that make mistakes, New Jersey State Police is suing a major gun manufacturer over apparent faulty equipment, and ISIS may be considering using gun shows as a way to obtain weapons for an attack. Meanwhile, in Oregon, they passed a law recently that makes it easier for young people to get out and hunt. And you don’t want to miss the crazy story of a home invasion that ends up with an intruder shot and bleeding and the homeowner stabbed eight times!
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10 Common Gun Law Myths for Concealed Carry
You’ve heard these myths about gun law before. Here is a list of the most common misconceptions about US firearm laws and the truth you need to know.
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Episode 121: “Don’t Make Me Pull My Piece” Robber Gets a “Piece”
In today’s news: Georgia Governor Nathan Deal signs campus carry legislation into law, Texas LTC permit prices are going down, Florida passes legislation that finally removes the 3-day waiting period on handgun purchases, and more. Plus we cover some fantastic JUSTIFIED stories today including one where a man stops an assault and robbery against his family and home from 5 thugs, another man stops a potential active shooting from taking place in a Texas bar. And don’t miss the story of the hotel clerk that when confronted by an armed robber that said “Don’t make me pull my piece” responded by drawing his own “piece!”
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Three Reasons to Renew Your Permit Early
Another key thing you will want to know in advance is if the issuing state will be sending you a reminder. Many states will not. Regardless you should take some responsibility to be aware of your expiration date.
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Self-Defense Shield And Carry Guard: Two Different Programs Compared
I wanted to compare USCCA’s Self-Defense Shield and NRA’s Carry Guard insurance programs. What follows, is what I found: You’ve no doubt heard by now that USCCA was dis-invited by…
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Episode 115: Man Shoots Son Trying to Run Him Over With Car
In today’s news: The Arizona governor signs legislation that prohibits tracking devices from being used on firearms. The NRA and USCCA have a major falling out–the NRA disinvites the USCCA from this week’s NRA Annual Meetings & Exhibit. Is it because the NRA is getting ready to roll out something similar to USCCA’s already popular insurance program? Don’t miss out finding that out as well as don’t miss the crazy story where a Texas father is forced to shoot his own son trying to run him down with a car…listen in now!!
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