deadly force
A Tale of Two Driveway Shootings
Two similar “driveway shootings” show starkly different outcomes—one homeowner shoots a suspect, another is wounded—highlighting the risks of confronting criminals.
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VIDEO—Lunatic Car Thief and Heroic Bystander
I recently came across this video of an incident that went down in a parking lot. A female degenerate tried to steal a purse away from an elderly woman. When…
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2 Videos | When the Weapon is a Vehicle
I pulled two videos off the internet which are similar in the sense that they show someone using their vehicle as a weapon. There are many similar videos you could…
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Deadly Force Dilemma, Shoot-to-Incapacitate, a Horrible, Misguided Concept
It is painfully apparent that what most people think about armed or unarmed self-defense is based on fantasy. This disconnect is most evident whenever the media and public nincompoops give…
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Episode 440: The Gray Area – When You Can Make Threats With A Gun
Andrew Branca joins Jacob Paulsen to address an area of law often misunderstood that has real implications for concealed carriers. Are there situations when it is ok to draw the firearm and make threats with the firearm but it is illegal to use that gun?
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The Moral Component of Deadly Force
The first part of the question is the piece that requires much introspection. Irregardless of our religion, or level of spiritual dedication, we have probably heard the phrases “Thou Shalt Not Kill” , “…Turn The Other Cheek” or something similar.
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Episode 312: The Tale of Two Battles, Physical and Legal – Interview w/ Stephen Maddox
Today, Riley and Jacob interview Stephen Maddox, a man going about his business one day when he suddenly was faced with a deadly threat and attack. Stephen thought he did everything right, and fully cooperated with authorities, but he later found himself facing multiple charges. Fortunately, he was successful in defending himself in the legal battle–others are not as fortunate sometimes. His legal case was fully funded by CCW Safe.
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Fatal Oregon Shooting Ruled as Justified
The investigation into an October shooting leading to death in Josephine County, Oregon was recently determined as justified use of deadly force. On October 24th, 2018, 58-year-old Robert Barry walked…
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Episode 208: Applying Skills in the Real World with Aaron Raynor
In this episode, Riley and Matthew discuss some deep stuff together with Aaron Raynor of Savage Combatives like which skills or techniques are difficult to train on the range because it’s different in real-world application. Plus we touch on deadly force law, difficulties that law enforcement officers (and regular citizens) face in today’s world, and the importance of articulation in a deadly force incident.
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Why Do We Use Deadly Force?
When we use deadly force, we are constantly reassessing the situation and determining if the threat still presents a risk of death or serious bodily harm. The point is to stop the threat. Once the threat is stopped we should cease using deadly force
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Episode 170: Priorities, Positions and Paths – Fighting In and Around Vehicles
Riley and Jacob recorded this special episode while they were on their way back from Utah where they spent a few days filming and putting together a special vehicle fighting and tactics course. In this episode you’re going to want to listen closely to the 3 P’s – Priorities, Positions and Paths. Understanding these concepts and how they play into scenarios inspired by real-life events may one day save your life.
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Is It Smart To Say on Facebook That You’d Kill Your Attacker?
Unfortunately the prosecutor/plantiff will likely dig up anything in your past that will support their case. Comments you have left on blogs (like this one), comments on Facebook, tweets, and that conversation you once had with a friend. It is all subject to examination in the court room.
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