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The following is a video transcript. Does Georgia law allow you to protect a third person from death or great bodily harm? The short answer is “Yes.” However, let’s discuss the common pitfalls that you may encounter when a licensed gun owner faces the choice of whether or not to defend a third party. We... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. Can you use force to protect another person in Missouri? Yes, but there are some common pitfalls I would like to address. Deadly Force vs. Reasonable Force The first and most common pitfall is being able to distinguish when you can use deadly force, and when you can only... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. I want to talk about your rights to defend another person and some of the dangers you want to avoid if you are put in that situation. You have the right to defend another person if that person faces a threat that entitles them to use self-defense. In other... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. Evan Nappen here: U.S. LawShield Independent Program Attorney for New Jersey. Today I’d like to talk to you about self-defense—particularly when it comes to defending third persons. In New Jersey, self-defense (particularly the use of deadly force) is difficult, if not impossible, outside of your home because New Jersey... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. Today, I would like to talk to you about third-party defense. Can you legally come to the aid of a third person (whether that be a stranger, family member, or friend) and use force or deadly force to protect that person in the State of Ohio? The answer is... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. Hi, this is Robert Robles, Independent Program Attorney for U.S. LawShield in the State of Oklahoma. I would like to talk to you today about using deadly force to protect a third party in a self-defense situation. The question is, “Can you protect a third person in a self-defense... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. In Pennsylvania, “third-party defense” is a transferable concept. If the third party could protect themselves, could you protect them on their behalf? It is not just with your kids, your family members, or your friends. It could be a total stranger. What is critically important to recognize is when... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. Can I protect a third person from harm? Defense of others is an affirmative defense just like self-defense. In Virginia, you may defend another person—even a stranger. The amount of force used to defend another must not be excessive and must be reasonable in relation to the harm threatened.... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. It’s the holiday season, and that means folks are out hunting for the perfect gift at the local mall and making last-minute trips to the grocery store. It can be hectic, so we wanted to take a moment and share some tips to keep you and your family safe... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. With the holidays here, you need to be aware of your surroundings. There are a lot of folks out there that would like to take advantage of you: to steal from you or to even cause you bodily harm. Being aware of your surroundings is very important, and having... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. Doug Richards for U.S. LawShield of Colorado, coming to you from our beautiful Denver office. I want to talk to you today about our upcoming holidays and what you can do if you find yourself in a situation where somebody tries to either attack you or steal from you... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. Can you protect yourself in the mall parking lot? Well, a straightforward question deserves a straightforward answer. Yes, you absolutely can protect yourself in the mall parking lot. Not only yourself, however; you can protect any other person to the same extent that he or she could protect himself... [Read More]

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