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Criminals can strike anywhere at any time. You should always be prepared and carry your gun just like Luis, one of our members from Texas. He saw a pair of criminals trying to break into his neighbor’s car and he knew exactly what he had to do to stop them.

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In this NSSF video, Top Shot Champion Chris Cheng shares a simple process that can help shooters of all levels diagnose some common accuracy problems. If you’re an experienced shooter, be sure to share these tips with newcomers to the shooting sports.

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  A decorated Marine veteran facing a mandatory three years behind bars on a gun charge in New Jersey will not be going to prison after all. New Jersey Governor Chris Christie stepped in and commuted Marine Sergeant Hisashi Pompey’s sentence earlier this month. Attorney Evan Nappen, Independent Program Attorney for U.S. Law Shield of... [Read More]

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Once every 20 years, Florida’s Constitution provides for the creation of a 37-member revision commission, called the Constitution Revision Commission, for the purpose of reviewing Florida’s Constitution and proposing changes for voter consideration. The Commission meets for approximately one year, traveling the State of Florida, identifing issues, performing research, and possibly recommending changes to the... [Read More]

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  “Castle Doctrine” and “Stand Your Ground” are self-defense laws that protect you in your home, car, and out in public. To learn how these laws work, click to watch Independent Program Attorney James Phillips explain the details. Castle Doctrine and Stand Your Ground Laws in Florida  

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A product that caused a lot of stir last year when the concept was initially floated—a “cellphone gun”—is available for pre-order. The cellphone look-a-like that transforms into a firearm raises a number of questions from concealed carriers, who first want to know: “Is it legal?” To get that and other questions answered, we picked up the phone and shot... [Read More]

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Did you know there are dozens of videos addressing all manner of legal questions on our YouTube Channel? Protective orders, traveling tips, what to do during a traffic stop if you’re carrying, and many other topics. Click here to see the lineup of topics you can access as a member. And here’s a link to... [Read More]

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  Members, if you enjoy sharing experiences, images, and stories with other like-minded firearms folks, be sure to check out our U.S. Law Shield social-media outlets for legal insights, analysis, gun safety and use tips, and the wisdom of other U.S. Law Shield members who live the every-day-carry lifestyle. Like us on Facebook @USLawShield. Click here to see the page.

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  Members, if you enjoy sharing experiences, images, and stories with other like-minded firearms folks, be sure to check out our U.S. Law Shield social-media outlets for legal insights, analysis, gun safety and use tips, and the wisdom of other U.S. Law Shield members who live the every-day-carry lifestyle. Like us on Facebook @USLawShield. Click here to see the page.... [Read More]

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  —Review by Scott Thornton, assistant manager and chief range safety officer, Shoot Smart Grand Prairie, a Texas Law Shield facility. Used with permission from Shoot Smart. The Glock 17, in 9×19 mm, is one of the most popular modern handguns in the world. I say “modern” because it has only been in service since 1982.... [Read More]

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A Texas House committee has approved legislation that would allow handguns to be carried—concealed or in a holster—without a state-issued license. Also, the Texas Senate has passed SB 1408, a bill to allow first responders to conceal carry. The just-passed version of HB 1911’s permitless carry provisions approved by the House Homeland Security and Public... [Read More]

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In this NSSF video, Top Shot Champion Chris Cheng shares a simple process that can help shooters of all levels diagnose some common accuracy problems. If you’re an experienced shooter, be sure to share these tips with newcomers to the shooting sports.

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