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The following is a video transcript. There are a lot of legal misconceptions out there about what you can and can’t do when it comes to guns in Texas. Before you jump the gun, let’s discuss three common myths and set the record straight. Myth Number One: If I shoot someone on my porch, I... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. Doug Richards for U.S. LawShield of Colorado. I want to talk to you today about a couple of misconceptions, or myths, related to firearm ownership here in Colorado. Myth Number One: The Castle Doctrine The first one is, “if the Castle Doctrine applies at my home, and if my... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. There are three common questions Independent Program Attorneys frequently answer at Gun Law Seminars in Florida. This video will dispel some common myths that people believe exist in regard to firearms under Florida law. Myth Number One: The 3-Step Rule Let’s start with the 3-Step Rule. It is possible... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. Today, I’d like to discuss gun myths in Georgia. We’d like to identify and discuss three of the most common misconceptions regarding the carry and possession of firearms in Georgia. Myth Number One: Open carry of a handgun requires no license. This could not be further from the truth.... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. Today, I’d like to talk to you about three common misconceptions when it comes to Missouri gun law. Myth Number One: Having a concealed carry permit no longer matters. That’s not true. In Missouri, if you have a concealed carry permit, you do have more expansive gun rights than... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. Hi everybody, I’m Robert Trenkle. This month I’m going to talk about common misconceptions of gun owners here in North Carolina. Myth Number One: Deadly force can only be used when the attacker is inside of your home. The first misconception is that when you are at your residence,... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. As part of my responsibilities to U.S. LawShield members, I may answer questions by phone and email. As a result of answering these questions, I have discovered there are some common myths among our members that I would like to address. Myth Number One: Signs prohibiting firearms that are... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. I’d like to talk to you today about gun myths. Myth Number One: When presenting your handgun license, you do not need to tell an officer if you are armed. The current myth is you should present your concealed carry permit to the police officer and let him figure... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. There are a lot of myths that are out there when it comes to firearms. Myth Number One: You must register a firearm purchased in your name. Our top, number one myth when we get the phone call is, “Hey, I’ve got this long gun, and I just bought... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. There are various areas of Virginia gun law that are often misunderstood. Myth Number One: Self-Defense and the Castle Doctrine One of the most commonly misunderstood areas of Virginia gun law is how you are permitted to defend yourself or others if you come under attack while in your... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. It’s Saturday afternoon and the crowd noise from the football game broadcast is pumping through the surround sound. It’s so loud you almost miss the sound of your phone ringing, and Caller ID says it’s your local police department. You excuse yourself from the four-touchdown blowout unfolding in your... [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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