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The following is a video transcript. Meet Ohio Independent Program Attorney: Wilkes Ellsworth Hello U.S. LawShield members, it’s Wilkes Ellsworth, your Independent Program Attorney for Ohio. I wanted to take this opportunity to introduce myself to you. I’m the attorney responsible for making sure all the legal needs of our Ohio members are taken care... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. Meet Your Oklahoma Independent Program Attorney: Robert Robles Hi, I’m Robert Robles, Independent Program Attorney for the State of Oklahoma. I have been an attorney for U.S. LawShield for the past five years. During that time period, my entire career as an attorney, I’ve been an avid sportsman, hunter,... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. Meet Your Pennsylvania Independent Program Attorney: Gilbert Ambler Hello. I’m Gilbert Ambler, one of the Independent Program Attorneys for U.S. LawShield. I’m a criminal defense attorney and a firm believer in defending constitutional rights. I’ve carried a concealed firearm for many years, completed multiple firearms training courses, and I... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. Meet Your Virginia Independent Program Attorney: Gilbert Ambler Hello. I’m Gilbert Ambler, one of the Independent Program Attorneys for U.S. LawShield of Virginia. I’m a criminal defense attorney and a firm believer in defending constitutional rights. I’ve carried a concealed firearm for many years, completed multiple firearms training courses,... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. What is CBD? A new topic sparking up conversations nationwide is the legality of cannabidiol or CBD oil. While many medical patients swear by its healing effects, gun owners nationwide could find CBD oil to be a huge source of pain when it comes to their Second Amendment rights.... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. When we think of self-defense, most of the time the first thing we picture is someone defending themselves with a firearm, but there are other non-lethal weapons that are legal to carry and use for self-defense in Texas. Let’s discuss a few of them. Pepper Spray The most common... [Read More]

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  The following is a video transcript. Hi, my name is Lindsay Richardson, Independent Program Attorney for U.S. LawShield. Today I will talk to you about non-lethal weapons you can use in self-defense in Colorado. Dangerous weapons and illegal weapons Before we start, let’s talk about two categories of lethal and non-lethal weapons that are... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. A Florida CWFL (concealed weapons and firearm license) holder can lawfully carry a wide variety of concealed weapons—both lethal and non-lethal. Under a CWFL, all of the following weapons may be lawfully carried concealed: handguns; knives; electric weapons such as a taser or stun gun; billies; and chemical weapons... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. Non-lethal or Less Lethal weapons and self-defense Instead of carrying a firearm, there are many people who frequently carry other types of self-defense items. Carrying these types of weapons is common among those who might be uncomfortable carrying a firearm but understand the need to protect themselves. These types... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. We often get questions about non-lethal self-defense weapons. We will address some of those commonly asked questions today. Not everyone wishes to carry a firearm in every situation. What does Missouri law say about non-lethal weapons? Tasers First, tasers are not prohibited by Missouri law and often serve as... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. New Jersey Is Still just as strict Today, I’d like to talk to you about non-lethal weapons. What non-lethal weapons can we carry for self-defense in New Jersey? The answer is very few. The only non-lethal weapon specifically authorized under New Jersey law is pepper spray; but only if... [Read More]

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  The following is a video transcript. I’m Mark Edwards, Independent Program Attorney for U.S. LawShield. Today, I will discuss the types of non-lethal weapons that you may carry in the State of North Carolina. #1: Pepper Spray Under North Carolina law, one of the only non-lethal weapons you may possess and legally conceal is... [Read More]

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