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The following is a video transcript. This is a reenactment and dramatization of an actual member’s story. This video does not and is not intended to depict or replicate the actual persons, places, or circumstances involved in the incident. Kids always manage to find a way to get into trouble. However, in this member’s story,... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. You’ve recently had your eye on a new handgun, but it’s been a few years since your last firearms purchase. You go to your local gun store ready to make your purchase. You fill out the Form 4473, and the store clerk takes your ID to run the National... [Read More]

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Here at U.S. & Texas LawShield, we care about the communities we serve because we are your neighbors, your friends, and your family members. MEET MARTHA, PROGRAM DIRECTOR FOR HUNTERSHIELD AT U.S. & TEXAS LAWSHIELD. Previously working as a paralegal and writer, Martha’s love for hunting made her the perfect fit for the U.S. &... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. Are you traveling to Georgia soon? If you’re an out-of-state license holder, what should you know? If you’re traveling from out of state without a license, what should you know? Georgia Reciprocity To begin, Georgia shares reciprocity with 32 other states. That means that Georgia recognizes the weapons carry... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. You’ve recently had your eye on a new handgun, but it’s been a few years since your last firearms purchase. You go to your local gun store ready to make your purchase. You fill out the Form 4473, and the store clerk takes your ID to run the National... [Read More]

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Florida and New Jersey Members: Bump stocks are already illegal under state law. For more information, please call U.S. LawShield and ask to speak to your Independent Program Attorney.   The following is a video transcript. Acting Attorney General Matthew Whitaker has just signed a national ban on bump stocks, expected to go into effect... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. New Year’s Eve is right around the corner, but there are a few things that don’t mix: drinking, driving, fireworks, and firearms. We often hear of people firing their guns off in the air to celebrate the New Year. This is a very dangerous activity that can result in... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. Most of us have experienced being stopped by the police for some minor traffic violation, but what if you have your license or permit to carry a concealed handgun? Does this change how an officer handles the investigation? What about your firearm? Can they take your handgun from you... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. We live in a world of information and data, where our identities exist inside of databases. In many ways, this makes our lives easier. You can transfer money to or from your bank account in an instant. And you get that new jacket delivered to your front door by... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. U.S. LawShield members in Ohio, I am Wilkes Ellsworth, Independent Program Attorney in Ohio, here to talk to you about another holiday-themed topic that most, if not all of you, already know, but may not think about when you’re caught up in the fun of New Year’s Eve celebrations.... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. If you plan on celebrating with fireworks, safety is a primary concern. Firearms should not be used in celebration. We’ve all seen movies where cowboys celebrate the end of a long trail ride by shooting their guns in the air riding into town. Celebrations like that should only occur... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. When ringing in the New Year, the types of celebrations that we enjoy include alcohol, fireworks, and sometimes even firearms. It’s important to remember certain safety rules and the law when we’re dealing with drinking, guns, fireworks, and shooting. Firework Usage As of July 1, 2018, changes were made... [Read More]

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