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Summer is in full swing and many members are taking vacations. While looking for a place to stay, many are turning to Airbnb as an alternative to hotels. But a question has risen—can an AirBnB owner prohibit my gun? Watch Independent Program Attorney Edwin Walker explain the law in Texas. You may be thinking that... [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? We asked your Independent Program Attorney to answer this question for you, so you will know what to do if you are... [Read More]

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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. Edwin is back to cover what attachments are legal and not legal to add to your firearm under state law.  Hi, I’m Edwin Walker, Independent Program Attorney, with U.S. &... [Read More]

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There are so many varieties of ammo on the market today, but not every type is perceived the same in the eyes of the law. Watch Independent Program Attorney Emily Taylor explain how the type of ammo you use could affect you.   Emily: Choice of ammunition is just about as personal as your choice of carry... [Read More]

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Last August, the first medical marijuana dispensary opened in the Aloha State in Honolulu. The authorities took notice. Now the police are seeking a voluntary surrender of firearms from cannabis patients due to their medicinal status. This effort to confiscate guns is based upon federal law that prevents marijuana users, even those for medicinal purposes,... [Read More]

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Read this release from TSRA to learn about ALL of the changes in Texas gun law on September 1. See below: LTC Fee Reduction Legislation (SB16 by Senator Robert Nichols/Representative Phil King) Background: In 1995 the Texas Legislature passed the concealed handgun license. At that time the fee to the state for the CHL was... [Read More]

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  Recently, a driver in Florida used deadly force to protect a police officer who was being attacked by a suspect. [Click here and here and here to see our coverage of the incident.]  The suspect had pulled the deputy out of the police car and had thrown him to the ground, repeatedly attacking him. The... [Read More]

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Fifteen-year law enforcement veteran and firearms instructor Trent Lozano explains that this book is such an important tool, he carries with him on duty. If you own or carry a firearm, he encourages you to have this book as a reference—he does!

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The new Open Carry law now in effect brings with it new signage requirements in order to prohibit the open carry of handguns. Texas Law Shield Independent Program Attorney Edwin Walker gives an overview of the new 30.07 sign that prohibits open carry and how it differs from the 30.06 sign that prohibits concealed carry... [Read More]

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