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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? Arkansas Arkansas does not have a specific statute that provides legal justification for killing an animal in self-defense, but the laws of... [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]

The post The Animals Aren’t the Only Thing to Fear, Know the Law to Survive an Animal Attack – Colorado appeared first on U.S. & Texas LawShield.

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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I’m curious if, as a concealed carry license holder, I can carry a collapsible baton? Thanks – Kase Texas We advise that you may not carry a club or collapsible baton on your person unless you are on your premises or at a premises directly under your control, or directly outside of or en route... [Read More]

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After avoiding a reckless driver, our member Joyce thought the worst was over. She soon found out the worst was just beginning. From phone calls with police detectives, to answering her door with a SWAT team gun directed at her face, Joyce had to face the ugly side of our criminal justice system. Watch our... [Read More]

The post True Story—Wrongfully Accused Member Arrested By S.W.A.T. appeared first on U.S. & Texas LawShield.

With the news filled with stories of workplace and school violence, our latest Member Perk could not be more timely. Give yourself the peace of mind that you and your child will be protected with Tuffy Packs’ ballistic shields for your backpack.

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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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Citigroup announced a new policy to business partners on March 22. This new policy prohibits the sale of firearms to customers who have not passed a background check, or customers who are under the age of 21. The bank is also barring the sale of bump stocks and standard-capacity magazines. The new policy applies to... [Read More]

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Have you ever wanted your firearm to look like the ones in the movies? Independent Program Edwin Walker lets you know what’s legal and what’s not legal, under federal law, to add to your firearms, so you can legally have the most tricked out gun around. Stay tuned for Part 2 in our next Newsletter. You... [Read More]

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Spring Break is here, and everyone is thawing out after a long winter. Before you take part in the festivities watchIndependent Program Attorney Justin McShane instruct you on the law before you walk into a restaurant or bar with your firearm. Here in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania there is no statute or law against being... [Read More]

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Since the launch of our First Aid for Gunshot Wounds course, we have been receiving many comments on our social media pages about using tampons for wound packing.  Dwayne McBryde, Co-Author of First Aid for Gunshot Wounds is here to share stories from the battlefield and let you know why tampons are not what you should... [Read More]

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