Category: What To Do In An Emergency

Can you get into trouble for using someone else’s gun for self-defense? An brief overview of what lending your gun to another person looks like in Missouri.

Everyday life is stressful enough. Between balancing work, family, and commutes, you have more than enough on your plate. But what happens if you’re running an errand and you suddenly find yourself in the middle of an active shooter incident?... [Read More]

  As Hurricane Dorian approaches Florida, it is important to remind all U.S. LawShield members of the firearm laws that may apply to them as they prepare to evacuate their homes and head to safety. Carrying a Firearm During a State of... [Read More]

The following is a video transcript. IT ALL HAPPENS IN THE BLINK OF AN EYE Self-defense incidents begin and end so fast, you don’t have time to think. For this reason, it is imperative that you have a plan in... [Read More]

 The following is a video transcript. You always think: “It won’t happen to me.” But, when you go out to your car one night and see that the window was broken, or you come home from a weekend trip... [Read More]

Imagine you were forced to open fire on an assailant in self-defense. You knew what to do—after all, you’ve trained for this moment. But what happens after the threat is over? Do you have the training or information you need... [Read More]

The following is a video transcript. Speaking with police officers can be intimidating. Today, we are going to go over the best practices and common pitfalls that are made when talking with the police after witnessing or being involved in... [Read More]

The following is a video transcript. Whether it’s a typical traffic stop, or you were just involved in a use of force incident, encounters with law enforcement can be scary and stressful. In the heat of the moment, you may... [Read More]

The following is a video transcript. Suppose you’ve just been involved in a self-defense incident. You drew your weapon and fired a shot, wounding and potentially even killing your attacker. There is a body lying on the floor, and you... [Read More]

The following is a video transcript. Hi. Ed Riley, U.S. LawShield Independent Program Attorney for Virginia. Does Virginia law require a firearm to be registered and does Virginia law require that a stolen firearm be reported to the authorities? In... [Read More]