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Uncover the rules governing the legal use of force in self-defense, get tips on how to practice safe and legal concealed carry, and stay up-to-date on firearms-related legislation at both the state and national levels—especially as it relates to the Second Amendment and the right to keep and bear arms.
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Indiana Gun Laws: What You Need to Know
Carrying a firearm for self-defense comes with a lot of responsibility. Knowing the laws is just one important task armed Americans must undertake before carrying. To help with that, we provide a…
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New Jersey Gun Laws: What You Need to Know
Carrying a firearm for self-defense comes with a lot of responsibility. Knowing the laws where you carry is just one important task you must undertake as an armed American. To help with that, we’ve…
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New York State Gun Laws: What You Should Know
Carrying a firearm for self-defense comes with a lot of responsibility. Knowing the laws where you carry is just one important task you must undertake as an armed American. To help with that, we’ve…
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Michigan Gun Laws: What You Need to Know
Carrying a firearm for self-defense comes with a lot of responsibility. Knowing the laws where you carry is just one important task you must undertake as an armed American. To help with that, we’ve…
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May-Issue vs. Shall-Issue Concealed Carry States
Concealed carry permits are a critical aspect of gun ownership in the United States. States take a variety of approaches when it comes to concealed carry licensing or permitting. Two popular…
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Illinois Gun Laws: What You Need to Know
Carrying a firearm for self-defense comes with a lot of responsibility. Knowing the laws where you carry is just one important task you must undertake as an armed American. To help with that, we’ve…
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California Gun Laws: What You Need to Know
Carrying a firearm for self-defense comes with a lot of responsibility. Knowing the laws where you carry is just one important task you must undertake as an armed American. To help with that, we’ve…
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Constitution 101: Hillsdale College’s Law Enforcement Outreach Program
There can be no doubt that the reputation of and support for law enforcement officers as guardians of American liberty took a major hit during the lockdown years. Even as a retired 40-year veteran of…
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Delaware Gun Laws: What You Need to Know
Carrying a firearm for self-defense comes with a lot of responsibility. Knowing the laws where you carry is just one important task you must undertake as an armed American. To help with that, we will be providing you with a summary of basic carry laws for several states.
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Maryland Gun Laws: What You Need to Know
Carrying a firearm for self-defense comes with a lot of responsibility. Knowing the laws where you carry is just one important task you must undertake as an armed American. To help with that, we…
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Pistol Braces: What Are They and Are They Legal?
Pistol stabilizing braces — their application, usage and legality — are often the subject of a lot of confusion within the gun community. Why? The reason is simple: the federal government. The Bureau…
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Gun Ownership by State
Interested where your state ranks in gun ownership? You’re in luck. We’ve compiled the data for you. This comprehensive exploration of gun ownership in the United States provides the latest insights…
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