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Have you ever been chased down by an aggressive dog? Do you have to let that dog bite you before you defend yourself with force or deadly force? One of the oddities about Texas law is that there’s no specific legal justification that allows you to defend yourself from an attacking dog. Texas law details... [Read More]

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This is a re-enactment and dramatization of an actual member story. This video does not and is not intended to depict or replicate the actual persons, places, or circumstances involved in the incident. The Situation In this story, our member lives in a rural area. He and his neighbor have had multiple disagreements over the... [Read More]

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The Home Invasion A woman from Goochland County, VA, defended herself and her two daughters from a home invasion when a man attempted to force his way in. The Goochland County Sheriff’s Office identified the man as Troy George Skinner, a New Zealand native. Skinner had been in contact with the homeowner’s 14-year-old daughter online,... [Read More]

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It seems like every few months there is another story in the news about a politician or organization calling for the repeal of “Stand Your Ground” laws. A recent real-life situation demonstrates how precarious your right to self-defense can be without these essential protections. Imagine a world where the decision to save your own life... [Read More]

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One Texas LawShield member found out what one of his neighbors would do after a neighborhood dispute turned into a violent road rage incident. Jerry N. was driving out of his neighborhood when a neighbor suddenly pulled in front of him and got out of his truck threatening to kill him. Watch our video to find out... [Read More]

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  With hundreds of duty and self-defense 9mm ammunition choices now available, do you know which one is right for you? Most first-time gun buyers will overlook the kind of ammunition that they are using, with many picking round nose full metal jacket rounds. These are sometimes not the best choice for self-defense.   Surviving... [Read More]

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In our last newsletter, we shared three real-life stories of people fighting off a wild bear attack. These scenarios beg the question: How can a person legally defend themselves against an attacking animal? The answer, from a legal perspective, is more complicated than you would think. If you look through the Missouri statutes, there is... [Read More]

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Every day, people have encounters with animals, some wild and some domestic, whether out for a jog, hiking, or perhaps walking your dog. Sometimes these encounters can be peaceful, but if you’re not vigilant they can be deadly. Here are a few stories of survival that illustrate the importance of being prepared to defend your... [Read More]

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Sexual assault stories have dominated the news recently, and we have received many questions about defending others against sexual assault and rape. We reached out to Independent Program Attorney Emily Taylor to get the answers to your legal questions on defending a third party against rape and sexual assault. Emily Taylor: When can you protect... [Read More]

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Three Self-Defense Stories with Outcomes You Won’t Believe! There are many stories where innocent victims of crime wind up in trouble for defending themselves. Just because you legally defend yourself does not mean the trouble is over. It may be just the beginning. Remember, you can be sued for anything at any time. Here are... [Read More]

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Suppose you have just been involved in a self-defense incident in which you drew your weapon and fired a shot, wounding or maybe even killing your attacker. You will experience a level of stress unlike anything you have ever experienced before. You’re upset, scared, not thinking clearly, panicky, emotional—your adrenaline is flowing at maximum levels... [Read More]

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As you saw in Rear-Ended, Then Defended Part 1, no one was hurt, and our member Jeremy was neither arrested nor charged. Unfortunately, this isn’t always the case. In Part 2, we will dive deeper into the law, where Independent Program Attorneys will explain the road rage self-defense laws from your state. Watch the video... [Read More]

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