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Gun-Free Zones: Why They Don’t Work
Solutions to gun violence are often discussed in terms of what can be done at the institutional level. But to make a significant dent in mass shootings, we’re going to need to change public policy.…
Continue Reading →Colorado Gun Laws: What You Should Know
As a responsibly armed American, you already know how challenging it can be to stay up to date on gun laws… Colorado gun owners, you’re in luck. We’ve gathered some of the most frequently asked…
Continue Reading →Can I Modify My Firearm?
Summary For this week’s “Ask a Firearms Attorney” post, Attorney Tom Grieve addresses a question that many responsible gun owners ask themselves: “Is it legal for me to modify my firearm’s…
Continue Reading →Firearms Case Law
The U.S. is a “common law” country. This means judicial decisions from a previous case can be cited as precedent for rulings in a current presented case. Hence the related term “case law,” wherein…
Continue Reading →Protect Your Right to Keep and Bear Arms Rally
“The right of the citizens to bear arms in defense of themselves and the State shall not be questioned.” So says Article 1, Section 21 of the Pennsylvania Constitution. On Monday, May 6, 2019, I had…
Continue Reading →Indiana Gun Laws: What You Need to Know
As a responsibly armed American, you already know how challenging it can be to stay up to date on state gun laws… Indiana gun owners, you’re in luck. We’ve gathered some of the most frequently asked…
Continue Reading →What Is Constitutional Carry?
When it comes to concealed carry, states have different laws about what permits, if any, are required before an individual can conceal and carry a firearm. Some states may have what is known as…
Continue Reading →Firearms and Alcohol
Anytime we pick up a gun, we are taking on an awesome responsibility. Obviously, when we decide to carry a firearm in public, everything we do takes on additional responsibility as well as risk. Most…
Continue Reading →Michigan Gun Laws: What You Need to Know
As a responsibly armed American, you already know how challenging it can be to stay up to date on Michigan gun laws… Michigan gun owners, you’re in luck. We’ve gathered some of the most frequently…
Continue Reading →Watch What You Say Online
After a deadly force incident, investigators will be assessing everything. They will be looking at your actions during the incident, your training leading up to the incident and even what you said…
Continue Reading →Understanding the Second Amendment
It seems gun rights will always be a heatedly debated topic. And the Second Amendment will always be at the center. With references from both the anti-gunners and the pro-2Aers, it’s important to…
Continue Reading →What Is a Duty to Retreat Law?
Different states have different laws about when you can and cannot use deadly force in self-defense. Some states may have a “duty to retreat” law. This law questions whether you have exhausted all…
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