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‘Deadly Conduct’ Arrest: Know When to Stop Shooting
The Houston Chronicle reported that a Spring man was arrested and charged with third-degree felony deadly conduct for allegedly firing shots "indiscriminately" at two men who were assaulting his wife at their home. What is felony deadly conduct, and can that part of the law affect Members who get involved in a self-defense situation?
Using Force to Recover Stolen Property — Know Your Limitations
If someone steals your property, can you use deadly force to recover it?
Eagle Gun Range Hosts Gun-Safety Parties for Kids
Holli Costanza has worked at Eagle Gun Range in Lewisville, Texas since
A Moment of Rage Can Land You in the Cage
We get asked all the time, "How does the law in
Understanding Texas Castle Doctrine
Catchy terms like "Stand Your Ground" and the "Castle Doctrine" remain common topics of dinner-table discussions because the media acts very authoritative when they glibly throw around those terms. However, these are not legal terms or standards when it comes to Texas law.
The Legality of Body Armor: Is it Illegal to Wear a Bulletproof Vest?
A U.S. LawShield member was arrested for the possession of body armor. Ultimately, the member was released from custody and no charges were filed. One question we’ve received is: is it illegal to wear a bulletproof vest? If you’re not a convicted felon, the answer is yes.
Traffic Stop!
https://youtu.be/u785XBuhwHg Texas Law Shield Independent Program Attorney Emily Taylor: So, how should
Stop! Or I’ll Shoot: Texas
U.S. LawShield Independent Program Attorney Michele Byington: First let's define
Handheld Taser vs Pistol: The Difference Between a Taser and a Gun
By now we’ve all heard the story of the former Oklahoma deputy who said he meant to use his handheld taser but instead fatally shot a suspect with his revolver. On April 27, 2016, a jury found him guilty of second-degree manslaughter and on May 31, he received a four-year sentence, the maximum possible.
A Breakdown of a Road Rage Incident
We recently posted a video of a road rage incident that occurred in Houston. When we showed this video to the Texas Independent Program Attorneys, it reminded them of their old law school exams. This video has so many issues, crimes, and defenses floating around from moment to moment, we asked Michele Byington (Attorney for Walker & Byington, and Independent Program Attorney for U.S. LawShield) to navigate through these events. All in all, she counted five different issues, all of which could have been de-escalated by either party at any time!
Not All Dogs Go to Heaven; How to Defend Yourself Against Dog Attacks
Recently, a woman was viciously mauled to death by a wild pack of dogs in Dallas, Texas. Suffering from over 100 bite marks on her person, this is a jolting reminder to everyone that you should always carry your firearm in a legal manner, because you really never know when something or someone will threaten you, your loved ones, or your community.
Is Texas a Stop and Identify State? Your Guide to Texas ID Laws
As a Texan, you probably engage in activities that require licenses on a daily basis. Most of us carry our IDs with us when we’re going about our business, including driving, and we don’t give it a second thought. Still, because it is such a daily part of our lives, it’s important to brush up on something we might not think about often – the law regarding identifying yourself in Texas.
