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In our last newsletter, you heard from Independent Program Attorney Edwin Walker on what was legal and not legal to add to your gun under federal. This newsletter Independent Program Attorney Matt Kilgo is here to tell you what attachments are legal and not legal to add to your firearm under state law. 

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In Part I, we saw the actions Clint took to defend his dog from being killed by the neighborhood stray. Now, in Part II you will learn if his actions followed the law. Watch Independent Program Attorney Matt Kilgo teach you the law, so you will know what to do if you find yourself in... [Read More]

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Spring Break is here, and everyone is thawing out after a long winter. Watch Independent Program Attorney Matt Kilgo instruct you on the law before walking into a restaurant or bar with your firearm.  Can You Carry Into a Bar? Prior to 2014, bars were listed as a specific exclusion—a place where you could not... [Read More]

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With the prospect of a major storm event on the horizon for much of Florida, Georgians are welcoming thousands of friends, relatives, and those in need into their cities, towns, and homes. Floridians evacuating to Georgia will all find a warm welcome; those who lawfully own and carry firearms, in particular, will be happy to... [Read More]

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Each year, millions of bird hunters head afield in pursuit of doves, ducks, and other flying fowl. So you can bet that right now, Georgia bird hunting aficionados across the state are shooting clays, rustling up game bags, and getting insect repellent and sunscreen in their field kits in preparation for the various bird seasons that... [Read More]

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Georgia Legislative Update by Independent Program Attorney Matt Kilgo: There were some significant changes in the law for Weapons Carry License holders and for firearms owners in general in Georgia in 2017. (Transcript continues below video.)   In this Georgia legislative update, we’re going to look at two specific House Bills: House Bill 280 and... [Read More]

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  Back-to-School Issues and Guns Matt Kilgo, Independent Program Attorney: In Georgia some of the most frequently asked questions are: “Can I carry a firearm onto a school campus?” Middle school, high school, or college. These are complex questions, but I think we have some good answers for you. Let’s talk generally about schools. Back-to-school... [Read More]

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Member Ambassador Sherry Hale: Welcome members and fellow gun owners. In the last Members Voice video our member Tyler witnessed a criminal breaking into his car. Tyler drew his gun and the bad guys ran away. The legal questions started pouring in, and members, you wanted to know your legal rights in your state. So... [Read More]

The post Georgia: Can I Use Force Against Someone Burglarizing My Car? appeared first on U.S. & Texas LawShield.

A recent national television report asserted that road-rage incidents are becoming more common and more deadly, with the latest incident taking place in Pennsylvania, in which a man is alleged to have shot and killed a teenage girl during a traffic merge. Click to watch level-headed advice from your Independent Program Attorney about what to... [Read More]

The post As Temperatures Go Up in Georgia, So Does Road Rage appeared first on U.S. & Texas LawShield.

Three Capitol Police officers’ quick thinking and fast shooting saved members of Congress from a gunman early Wednesday morning at their baseball practice in Alexandria, Virginia. Rep. Steve Scalise (R-La.) was wounded in the attack and listed in critical condition a day later at the hospital. One of the officers, Special Agent Crystal Griner, was... [Read More]

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The short answer is, “Yes,” according to Independent Program Attorney Matt Kilgo. However, the Peach State supplies a lot of legal protection for people against such suits. Click the video below to get the details.

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Can your employer restrict your ability to carry firearms at the workplace? Click to watch Independent Program Attorney Matt Kilgo explain the rules for workplace self-defense in the Peach State.  

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