The Door: A Tactical and Legal Barrier of Protection
When analyzing the many self-defense incidents that occur any given year within the United States, certain...
Self-Defense
A place to look for answers to your questions about self-defense, the appropriate use of force, the tactics and techniques for keeping yourself safe, and the martial art of self-defense both armed and unarmed.
The Brave New World of Non-Intervention
There is a saying long held in self-defense training circles: “You are on your own.” This...
Couple Forced to Shoot Rooftop Intruder Amidst Delayed Police Response
A Chicago couple called 911 three times, but it allegedly took police 20 minutes to respond....
Road Rage Leads To Victim Looking At The Wrong End of a Gun
A road rage incident turns into a man hitting another car on the turnpike North of...
Kid Chasing Attacker | Was It LEGALLY Self-Defense?
A 14-year-old boy shot a guy while protecting his mother and chased the attacker down. Allegedly,...
Understanding Excessive Force
Excessive force is a common reason for which citizens find themselves in significant legal trouble after...
Everyday Lessons from Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) – Part 2
There’s always been a risk of being victimized by criminals in America. Less in some places...
Is Fighting Back a Good Idea?
Does having the ability to fight back always mean you should? I bet this topic will...
Was This Defensive Shooting An Attack or An Ambush?
I would call this one an attack, but it sounds more like an ambush. An off-duty...
CCL Holder “Accidentally” Shoots Himself During Altercation
In the past few days, there have been two CCL shootings, and an off-duty Chicago police...
Everyday Lessons from Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT)
What is HEAT? Hostile Environment Awareness Training, or HEAT, is provided to persons who are being...
Can You Use Deadly Force to Protect Your Pet?
Can you use deadly force to protect your pet? The answer is yes, no, maybe. This...
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