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CRPA Scores Major Win: Non-Residents Now Eligible to Apply for California CCW Permits

By Jacob Paulsen / April 28, 2025

Big win for gun rights: A federal court orders LASD to accept CCW applications from non-residents who are CRPA, SAF, GOA, or GOC members. Learn what it means and how to apply!

Iowa Drops Handgun Carry Age to 18—A Step Toward Restoring Rights

By Jacob Paulsen / April 21, 2025

Iowa lowers the handgun carry and purchase age to 18 under a new law signed by Governor Reynolds, expanding gun rights and aligning with a national trend toward restoring Second Amendment protections.

Polis Signs Controversial Gun Control Bill—A Blow to Law-Abiding Citizens

By Jacob Paulsen / April 10, 2025

Colorado Governor Jared Polis has signed SB25-003 into law, imposing permits, training, and background checks for semi-auto firearm purchases—sparking backlash and likely legal challenges.

S11E10: Gun Free Zones and What to Do About Them

By Riley Bowman / April 4, 2025

This episode addresses the critical topic of gun-free zones within the concealed carry community. I engage in an in-depth conversation with Jacob Paulsen, exploring the legal implications and personal experiences related to various types of gun-free zones.

House Committee Advances Bill to Recognize Concealed Carry Rights Nationwide

By Jacob Paulsen / March 26, 2025

The Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act advances, aiming to ensure nationwide concealed carry rights regardless of local laws, sparking hope and debate.

S10E20: End of Another Year, Many Changes in Laws

By Riley Bowman / December 26, 2024

Riley Bowman and Jacob Paulsen sit down to reflect on the past year and take the opportunity to share with you a summary of many concealed carry and firearm law changes that are relevant. We track this stuff pretty closely, and take our responsibility seriously to keep our followers informed about the laws

The Status and Styles of Secure Storage Gun Laws

By Jacob Paulsen / June 21, 2024

Last week Governor McKee of Rhode Island signed into law an update to the state’s secure storage gun law. Also this year Colorado updated their secure storage law to extend…

Are European-Style Gun Control Laws a Blueprint for America?

By Matthew Maruster / March 13, 2024

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…

New Michigan Gun Control Laws Go Into Effect

By Jacob Paulsen / February 14, 2024

New Michigan gun control laws went into effect this week, strengthening the universal background check law, adding safe storage requirements, a red flag law, and more.

Understanding Gun Violence: Numbers, Context, and Solutions

By Matthew Maruster / September 25, 2023

Gun violence is a subject that permeates American discourse, touching on media, politics, and public concern. Addressing this issue requires a careful examination of the numbers and a comparison to…

Monumental Ruling: 18-20 Year Olds Can Purchase Handguns, Judge Rules

By Matthew Maruster / September 1, 2023

The Supreme Court’s ruling in NYSRPA v Bruen continues to reshape America’s gun laws in monumental ways. This recent ruling by a District Court Judge in Virginia addresses an oddity…

64-Year-Old Marine Corps Vet Sues Maryland Over Red Flag Law Allegation

By Matthew Maruster / August 25, 2023

If what Donald S. Willey claims in his federal lawsuit is true, the fear that people would use red flag laws to punish and harass someone out of spite, seem…

Can I shoot in My Backyard in Florida?

By Jay Lacson / August 14, 2023

Is shooting on my private property in Florida legal? I have been a firearms instructor for over 10 years. Over that time, I have seen changes to many of our…

S9E3: Top Tips for Traveling with Guns

By Riley Bowman / August 1, 2023

Today, Riley Bowman and Matthew Maruster talk about the top things they’ve learned about traveling with firearms whether it be traveling by land or by air, and listen for what to do and what not to do, and tune into today’s episode!

Isn’t Brandishing Your Gun Illegal?

By Matthew Maruster / June 23, 2023

I read a recent news report of a defensive gun use that got me thinking about some bad self defense legal advice that I’ve seen online and heard from many…