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How to Travel Safely and Legally With a Firearm Using the Concealed Carry App
Travel safely and legally with a firearm using the Concealed Carry App. Check permit reciprocity, state gun laws, and gun-free zones before you cross state lines.
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The Battle Over Permission to Purchase: As Delaware’s New Law Takes Effect, Courts Grapple with Constitutional Questions
Delaware joins the gun-grabber states requiring permits to exercise 2A rights. Courts in Oregon, Illinois preparing for constitutional showdown.
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Victory! 9th Circuit Delivers Crushing Blow to California’s Ammunition Background Check Scheme
VICTORY! 9th Circuit demolishes California’s ammo background check requirements in Rhode v Bonta ruling. CA gun owners can now buy ammo online again!
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GOA Lawsuit Aims to Strike Down 1927 Law Banning Handgun Shipments via USPS
Gun Owners of America sues to overturn the USPS handgun mailing ban under 18 U.S.C. § 1715. Learn why mailing a lawful handgun shouldn’t be a felony and how this case could restore your Second Amendment rights.
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Why You Should Still Get a Concealed Carry Permit—Even in a Constitutional Carry State
Even in states with Constitutional Carry, there are strong reasons to get a concealed carry permit—like travel reciprocity, legal clarity, and faster gun purchases. Learn why a permit still makes sense.
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Legal Adults, Limited Rights: The Second Amendment Fight for 18–20-Year-Olds
Should 18-year-olds have full gun rights? As courts and lawmakers clash, the fate of young adults’ Second Amendment protections hangs in the balance. Explore the key rulings and laws reshaping the national debate in 2025.
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CRPA Scores Major Win: Non-Residents Now Eligible to Apply for California CCW Permits
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!
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Federal Bill Proposes Prohibiting The Taxation of Guns and Ammunition
The Freedom from Unfair Gun Taxes Act aims to block states from imposing excise taxes on firearms and ammo, defending Second Amendment rights from financial barriers.
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S11E4: What Sets Us Apart with CCW Safe President Kent Brown
In an interview at the SHOT Show 2025, Kent Brown, president of CCW Safe, discusses the organization’s mission to provide self-defense legal protection to ordinary citizens. Founded by former law enforcement officers, CCW Safe was created to address the lack of adequate legal support for gun owners.
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S10E9: Should You Apply Medical to the Attacker?
Brian and Jacob tackle this common question. There are legal, moral, and tactical considerations. Please tune in to hear our take on this.
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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…
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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…
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Who Are CCW Safe’s Attorneys and Advisors?
We’ve reviewed a lot of concealed carry insurance companies, and it’s no secret that we think that CCW Safe offers the best bang for your buck for Concealed Carry legal…
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Verdict & Sentencing for 2 Men Involved In 2018 Shooting Over Dumped Mattress
You may remember a 2018 shooting incident out of Abilene, Texas, that made national news. The people involved were arguing over a mattress one man left in an alley dumpster.…
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S8E2: “Can it be Used Against Me?” with Don West
Today, Riley Bowman and Jacob Paulsen sit down with Don West, National Trial Counsel of CCW Safe, to discuss common ideas that people have about what can and cannot be used effectively against a person in a defense trial. Tune in!
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