Top 5 Most Common Self-Defense Scenarios

[@Bigdaddyslasher]

You're right about being on the bottom of the pile. I got arrested because someone tore off a guy's ear and I was on the bottom of the pile. Some gal actually testified that I wasn't the guy who tore off the dudes ear because he was on the top of the pile and I was on the bottom. I got off but I still got arrested and I had to pay for a lawyer and a broken jaw. Fighting is a lose lose nobody wins.

[@ArmedAttorneys]

Exactly right, even if you win… you still lose. Hope all is well!

[@Bigdaddyslasher]

@@ArmedAttorneys it's all good now that was 30 years ago now.

[@ladonnaghareeb4609]

@Commie Hammer Not to sound trite, but preserving your life is an extremely large win. On the other hand it sucks that you lose your butt for protecting yourself. Sometimes the law doesn't seem fair to the victim.

[@myblacklab7]

Was the guy who bit the other guy's ear off Mike Tyson? Please tell me it was Mike Tyson. If you can prove it was Tyson, I'll give you one thousand dollars. (Please smile - I'm messin' around here)

[@jdev232]

@@Bigdaddyslasher my buddy got part of his ear bit off, about 30 yrs ago in a brawl. Were you in Illinois?? Lol

[@werberderber6209]

On 12/11/21 I had a road rager brake check me, we collided. Do to the video I had he was ticketed for reckless driving and the ins found him 100% at fault. I had my firearm on my right hip, it never came out, everything was on camera including the cabin of the car. I live in a duty to notify, once the police showed up I let them know I was carrying and I had my CCW. Get a dash camera it will help you in more ways that you know.

[@fin_jan]

And ... check your ego and make sure you behave in a manner that won't make you cringe when you see it played back on video.

[@JustDefense]

Great channel and content, but please don’t start rolling in stock video clips of dogs and people jumping over fences etc. it’s tacky as hell. Y’all are high quality and shouldn’t be mimicking that practice.

[@throatpunch4789]

@@JustDefense you do realize your replying to someones comment about road rage and not the video right?

[@Robert-re5vk]

I had guy flipping on me was behind me trying to pass me I had sing all on to take left turn he tried to pass on left I kept going he flipped 4 2 stop lights I didn’t tell him I had gun I just appoliged he kept flipping out I apologize many times then took left he was sick puppy

[@garyandtricia1]

@@fin_jan 💯

[@ShiftyKen08]

Very good video! I try to use a very simple rule: I don't reveal a firearm unless I see a weapon or firearm. And yes, avoidance is number one. The best way to dodge a punch is to not be there when it's thrown. Anyone that feels brave or "manly" because they have a firearm, should not have one.

[@dixiebooshwookie1290]

"Anyone that feels brave or "manly" because they have a firearm, should not have one."

[@ArmedAttorneys]

Good rules.

[@TheZombieburner]

The one caveat I'd add to that is if the person has you pinned down and is pummeling/kicking you to death, or trying to strangle you or take your firearm. In which case.... it's so bad that you may as well have a knife to your neck, I'd say.

[@Robert-re5vk]

Ty yes good God bless you

[@justme_gb]

My concealed carry instructor, years ago, warned a shooter will likely be convicted in a road rage incident. If you are the instigator, you have no case for defense. My driving behaviors changed a lot after strapping on a gun.

[@TemplarMedic]

I think there was an old saying, "An armed man is a polite man"? Something like that. I have a friend who is a dr. jeckyle and Mr. Hyde. When he carries, he is the nicest guy in the world, because he doesn't want to be the guy that gets arrested for carrying or shooting.

[@beltwayjo7391]

Me too…. I just let them argue with themselves

[@svbarryduckworth628]

It is amazing how far an immediate apology goes towards de-escalation if you agree with someone and say they are absolutely right and that you didn't mean any offense and you are extremely sorry and even horrified that you might have caused any offense -and that none is taken on your part. Pride is your worse enemy sometimes. Wish them a good day and a good life and leave them at it. Disengage and GTFO of there.

[@jonsingleton203]

Dash cams are cheap and worth there weight in gold if a rager comes roo the car being violent and you have too shoot you have video proof

[@erswnn]

A while back I had a rager following my daughter and I, she was 12, as we were driving along. He verbally threatened to kill us both. I was armed but it wasn't time to go there just yet. I knew a police station was a few miles down the road so I lead him to it, drove to the back where the cops parked. He hightailed it out of there with police giving chase. He was caught soon after. He was wanted in NJ for several violent offenses and was a gang member in Trenton. This guy deserved to be shot but thankfully it wasn't me who had to do it. I was fortunate enough when I began carrying to study laws, both statutes and case law. I was amazed at how these things can turn bad real fast for someone just trying to get where they're going. So many of these things apply to armed response.....you better be really sure a gun is necessary. Anyone who carries and isn't learning how is walking on thin ice. Videos such as this are great resources for that education as are forums that are gun/defense orientated.

[@williamforbes5826]

Wow! Road rage: number one! Sadly, I see terrible drivers every day as I go to and from work. As a CDL holder, I've seen it all. And I don't let the mistakes of other bother me on an emotional level. Good stuff. Keep it up!

[@ArmedAttorneys]

Thanks William! We bet you see a lot of road rage. Stay safe out there and thank you for your continued support!

[@AshGreen359]

As a CDL my biggest pet peeve are bicyclists who clearly want to die

[@scrider5493]

Emily says Why not just drive away in Road Rage? I know people who live in an Honor Culture and you stop, get out of the car and settle this thing and set the other guy straight. Lots of Macho and next to Zero foresight of how this can lead to prison and loss of all you have worked for.

[@AshGreen359]

@@scrider5493 You can drive away but the other driver can chase you. Still, road rage incidents are usually avoidable

[@finngamesknudson1457]

@@AshGreen359 - If you attempt to drive away and they pursue you, you are building a case. Follow up with calling 911 and continuing attempts to evade. Do not reveal your firearm unless they employ deadly force - keeping in mind that juries won’t consider a car deadly force unless they ram you first. In most cases attacker will break off in boredom. If not it’s likely cops will be there quickly, if you’ve done your job right it will be obvious you are the victim. If there is violence, let the cops mete it out on the other guy.

[@BackPackHack]

The three most important steps to take if there's a possible incident: 1. Identify the situation ahead of time. Can you 'see it coming'? 2. Avoid the situation if you can. Take another path, pull over, take the exit..... 3. Deescalate if the first two steps do not bear fruit.

[@finngamesknudson1457]

I’d add use help if it’s available. Had someone trying to get me to step outside for a fight once. Fortunately he didn’t start anything inside the bar and eventually calmed down (after his girlfriend left him for being an asshole). In retrospect I should have asked bouncer for assistance first or second time he “asked me out.”

[@BigJon410]

Yep, you don't have to attend every argument which you are invited to.

[@davidpetersonharvey]

The day I got my conceal and carry license in the state of texas, I became the most peaceful driver on the face of the earth. I realized in the moment, when I put on that holster, that I did not it wanted ever to go there. It has been quite a few years now since that day and I have not had any altercations. If someone becomes angry with me on the road I stay calm and let them have the road. If someone starts to cut me off in traffic, I back off and let them have it because I realized they're only trying to get where they need to go. I don't play those games anymore and it has changed my life for the better. I view carrying a handgun as carrying a tool of last resort. I set my mind each day to the fact that the only way that gun will be pulled is if it needs to be used immediately because my life is in a minute danger. I hardly suggest that everyone adopt this attitude to help keep themselves out of trouble.

[@historyandhorseplaying7374]

May I make a comment and ask a question-- First off, as a former city police Detective I agree that it is always an extremely bad idea to display a firearm in a road rage incident, even if you're the 'good guy'. The one who sees your gun inevitably will, as you said, lie his behind off and claim you pointed it at him. And, since they saw your gun, they will be able to describe it perfectly. This is why I would say there is NEVER a reason to just 'display' a firearm-- you should only be unholstering it if you plan on following through with it. If you feel a use of force is imminent, you can certainly place your hand on it but DO NOT pull it out so anyone can see it. I can say I have thwarted a couple of attempts by erstwhile 'complainants' who claimed someone pulled a gun on them, by asking them what the gun looked like-- it was "big and black and scary"... when in fact the guy had a chrone Derringer. I will add though that in my state at least, judges aren't generally going to sign off on a Felony arrest warrant off the word of only one witness, no matter how convincing. More is needed-- Forensic evidence, video, another witness, etc. But bottom line-- don't let the other guy SEE your firearm. That way he won't be able to describe it if he decides to lie and say you brandished it. A question-- have you considered doing a video on going w a bench trial rather than a jury trial, or vice versa? In my state you can choose, and most detectives and Comonwealth attorneys (as prosecutors are called in VA) would agree that often, a defendant is worse off going w a jury for guilt or penalty phase because the results are often worse-- whether you're guilty or inocent. Why? Because judges are extremely experienced and can tell easily whether they're being lied to (while most jury members/ordinary people can be naive)-- there's nothing a judge hasn't seen before. But also, juries often don't have any pity at all, and recommend much heavier sentences than judges, who are often more proportional. I have several times heard Commonwealths say "he shoulda gone w a judge trial..." Anyway, I think a video from you guys on this topic would be interesting.

[@sparkythebuilder]

In Minnesota you are only allowed to have a BAC of.04 when carrying a firearm which is a very small amount. Most instructors recomend not drinking at all.

[@ArmedAttorneys]

💯 Alcohol and firearms don’t mix.

[@user-qu6ij5sl1v]

@@ArmedAttorneys I don't carry concealed or carry off private property at all but in my state it is a crime to "be in possession of a firearm while under the influence of alcohol" (paraphrasing). Without telling you what state this is in can you say anything about how they would define that? Discretion of cops/DA/judge/then jury? I'm pretty sure I've seen people visibly a few beers deep shoot on private property in front of off duty cops for whatever that is worth. Just wondering if you have any insight into how that works in states that prohibit but don't define shooting intoxicated (in the code of statutes at least).

[@krosse9692]

The .04 is because they 'technically' needed a number, to be a specific line. So they just slapped half the usual legal limit on there. Rest assured, even if you are under 0.04 you will still not be having a fun time if an officer stops you.

[@oklahomahank2378]

The best rule is zero while carrying. To me that applies to driving as well. I used to be willing to have one beer and drive but when I started riding a motorcycle I realized zero was the best rule.

[@ASPextra]

I tell people to avoid road rage and third party encounters all the time. The Rules of Stupid handle the bars problem. Neighbors can be a problem. OC Spray for dogs, as a first issue and default.

[@ArmedAttorneys]

100%. Huge fans of your work BTW.

[@rickh9396]

You beat me to it, John!

[@JayKayKay7]

Answer to number five "Third party encounters" "Not my circus, not my monkeys." Number four. "Bar fights" "Drink alone." Three. "nasty neighbors. " Don't talk to them." Two "Dog Attacks" "Pepper spray." One "Road Rage" "Cardboard sign with "I'm Sorry." Dash Cam. Pepper spray. Go to guns when they approach your vehicle and break the window.

[@ArmedAttorneys]

Great breakdown!

[@libertybell1574]

Came here to post something similar but you beat me to it. Nice answers.

[@thejohnbeck]

not my circus, not my monkeys, lol.

[@ToubaYouness]

That is a very true and Funny comment. I like it.

[@richardle7469]

Sounds like a ASP talk, lol

[@coolgranddad5430]

Road rage being #1 doesn't surprise me. I've noticed a huge difference in road rage incidents now compared to 40+ years back. Back then someone might swear at you, beep their horn and for the most part that was the end of it. Now, it seems people use their car to brake check, run you off the road, pull over and come at you with a weapon from their car, a few swear words and such don't seem to cut it anymore. Escalation of road rage encounters is off the charts. One area I wonder about is if a nutcase brakes and stops sharply in front of you on a highway. What are you options if the driver exits his car and comes for you? Specifically, I have a major concern about him forcing you to stop on the highway. Stopping on a highway is extremely dangerous, how many times do we see on KZbin videos of another motorist just plow into the back of a stopped car on a highway. Is trying to get away due to the huge risk of an accident a reason to forcibly (if given no choice) using your car to drive around said stopped car in front of you but in your escape you hit the nutcase motorist in your endeavor to get away. If they get hurt or die, can your car be a self-defense weapon? How pertinent is your reasoning of imminent danger of having a distracted motorist drive up from behind and crush your car when they crash into you?

[@AshGreen359]

Kyle Rittenhouse ran away, again and again until he couldn't run anymore. Food for thought

[@johngetty3839]

Always interesting and informative. Some of these suggestions just need to be reinforced from time to time. Thanks for producing these segments.

[@ArmedAttorneys]

You bet John!

[@danielstuart3270]

Another great video! Thank you! Actually it would be great if you did a video on concealed carry insurance. The pros and con...

[@stinger4583]

I would like to see a video of that as well. Second Call Defense...etc. There are a number of them out there.

[@yellowboxster06]

Excellent break down. When I took my first Texas Concealed Carry class our instructor brought in an ADA to explain our responsibilities and liabilities relative to carrying a gun. This video served as a reminder that it’s unlikely I would be attacked by a gang of 10 armed bad guys but a road rage incident might be a different story.

[@vxy357]

Well I'm pretty sure that was before the George Floyd RIOTS and the Blm-Antifa riots.

[@richardle7469]

Unlikely or not,... do you have more then 10rounds? Lol, I have 18+19=37, 33 more in car, but if I need that magazine I need to get away by then.

[@larrytomenga1312]

This was one of your most interesting posts. (No burglaries or home invasions.) Your discussions are always clear and free of jargon. Much appreciated.

[@franktall7705]

#2 varies from state to state. I lived in the PNW for a while and I looked up the laws, asked an officer and he said, “if an animal attacks your pet, do what you have to do”. I was told the same thing by an officer in a very red part of Commiefornia when a pit dug a hole under his fence to get to my dogs.

[@willmcminn9192]

You guys are awesome. Thank you for volunteering your time to inform us.

[@ArmedAttorneys]

You got it Will 😉

[@copcuffs9973]

@@ArmedAttorneys I'll second that✌️You two are 💯 times more informative than the wasted 2 hours I spent listening to the "Law of self-defense webinar" there was supposed to be a q&a, there wasn't just a quote about how much some anonymous person liked him. Mid way thru I I commented this feels like an old school timeshare pitch. It was just 2 hours of, this is why my book is great, this is why my consultation is the best ever, I won't consult on any case unless you're a platinum level member, do you want to go to jail for the rest of your life!? There was supposed to be a q&a, at the end, there wasn't, just one quote about how much some anonymous person liked him. Then he gave away a few books and before anyone who asked a question could say what about... he ended the Zoom. He might be a good lawyer, but you two actually give out helpful information. Thanks so much! 👍👍

[@halletts1171]

Thank you Richard and Emily!

[@LarryEArnold]

Great video. Almost all of the training we see is based on responding to a criminal attack. Yet that doesn't break the Top 5. I have a "Winning the self-defense encounter" class that covers many of these elements. The "badguy" is most likely not a "bad guy."

[@ArmedAttorneys]

Exactly right Larry. We have assisted with tons of clear cut unknown criminal-initiated incidents. They’re in the top 10, but probably make up less than 10% of the incidents.

[@828enigma6]

Don't suppose it has anything to do with the fact that criminals try to avoid contact with citizens they perceive may be armed?

[@ejhamilton88]

Great video very helpful

[@johnsampson7466]

As a former NY Police Officer and retired Federal Agent, I have a rule I NEVER EVER violate. If I'm carrying concealed, alcohol never passes my lips. One of the very first thing the police will do in a shooting incident is take a sample of the shooters blood to see if the shooter had consumed drugs and/or alcohol. Don't drink and carry.

[@FidgetyGuy]

This channel is a great public service. Thank you.

[@davep6977]

Note; don't ask to "like" before the end. Your the lawyers, I'm the jury. Don't ask for verdict before your present your case. That being said, I watch all your video's and find them interesting and informative

[@ericlancaster2889]

The video editing is definitely upgraded in this video. Great job guys!

[@josephgianakos3337]

Just purchased my first firearm in decades and watching all of your videos and am grateful. Thank you so much! Hope I'm never in a position this info is necessary but good to have.

[@aaronko2443]

The best thing about being able to defend yourself (with martial arts) in most situations, is it gives one the ability to walk away without anyone getting hurt and knowing you were the better person.

[@scottbrown5436]

Great points on the road rage scenario. That is my biggest fear on DFW. So many times people get crazy out there. Thank you again Armed Attorneys!

[@Bowbender8]

Really worthwhile content. Thank you. When I started carrying about 7 years ago, I immediately found myself thinking through scenarios, and realized I didn't want to be a part of any of them.

[@DeputyChiefEMS57]

The fight you are always guaranteed to win, is the one you DON'T get into

[@DanKuches]

As a martial arts instructor, I always promote the acronym: ADAC - Avoid Diffuse Accept Confront Always AVOID the potential fight, if avoiding cannot be achieved, then DIFFUSE by being the one who states let's not fight, let me buy you a drink, I don't want to fight, let's get over this, etc., if diffusing the situation does not or has not worked or simmered the conflict down....then you ACCEPT that you will be in a fight and CONFRONT by engaging and ending with the least force that will subdue the aggressor. I really appreciate both of your videos and commentary, much appreciated.

[@edp3421]

For a neighbor disputes I recommend getting cameras , I have my neighbor making a threat on camera and I just keep that on file so if anything does happen and goes to court I have footage for the Jury . Stay safe you all . Stay safe you all 🤙🙏

[@olddirtbiker5088]

Yes, you can video someone in public to prevent them from threatening you with their car for example and it's a great passive aggressive way to drive them nuts.

[@puppetpastor]

Never would have guessed road rage as the highest, and at such a huge percentage! Thanks for sharing and the education! Love the channel.

[@dd_ranchtexas4501]

Jeff Holt: At 1st thought, I would not have believed that RoadRage was that high either. But having moved from a metro area of 2 1/4 million to a county with barely 40,000, I look back on my daily drive in the city and 2nd thought is that they are totally believable.... Out here in the sticks with little traffic, it's more likely to be Bar Fights, Neighbors, or Dogs. I don't drink, have plenty of room to avoid nasty neighbors, and since my two dogs died last year I feed and pet my neighbor's roaming dogs. Love dogs. Have also noticed that dogs are like DemonRats in that the are ALWAYS on the lookout for a handout. But also unlike the DemonRats in that they are friendly and loyal to anyone who feeds and pets them. And they don't care what you think or look like......

[@irishpsalteri]

26 years DOC and surprised that muggings and home invasion weren't in the top five. That is interesting. These vids are very informative, thank you.

[@bryans1581]

Dash cams can really be helpful to document what has happened. It may even deescalate a an already tenuous situation. A few months ago, I actually had someone try to bait me into a road-rage incident with their aggressive/dangerous driving. After several minutes of this, we came to a stop light. They got out of their car and started walking back towards me, but I think they noticed the dash cam because they just suddenly stopped, stood there for a second, turned and hurried back to their car and took off. I had video proof they were the aggressor, so it ended right there.

[@notallthatbad]

I have one, too. Gives great peace of mind. I'm not sure how the audio aspect of things would work, but I'm thinking there might be an advantage to narrating what is going on where the camera isn't pointed or if it may not be clear to lawyers what is happening. I'm not a lawyer, but I'm thinking it might be beneficial to give a verbal record of what you are encountering in a way that paints you as the victim, e.g., "I'm trying to get away, this person won't leave me alone" etc. But I'll leave that supposition to the lawyers.

[@curtb.]

Great info. You guys really hit the nail on the head with your videos and picking fantastic subjects that are of everyday interest to self-defense. situations, especially where firearms may be involved. Thank you for all the work that you do, and keep up the great work

[@ArmedAttorneys]

Thank you for being part of the community Curt!

[@ratchetman]

Good to know these scenarios. Thank you!

[@pieces94]

What a fantastic video! Thank you for sharing your experiences and giving us all the heads up at to what the common situations are. I wouldn’t have guessed neighbors are so high up on the list, I guess I’m lucky.

[@donovanross]

Great content! Good info to know what are the most frequent scenarios. Lots to consider when you might find yourself entering one of these 5. Thanks!

[@williamrunner6718]

I'm glad y'all have this channel as there are so many misconceptions and falisties being circulated these days over self defense! Good job!

[@robertdonaldson2321]

I always take your advise to heart.

[@tannhauser7584]

A long time ago, I flipped a guy off because he cut me off in traffic. He started aggressively flipping me off repeatedly, brake checking, basically throwing a tantrum in his car with gyrating arms, bouncing in his seat, etc. I said, "Holy shit, this is bad." and took the next available turn to get away from him. I even avoided driving on that street for the next few months, just in case he was looking for me. That was my lesson on the meaning of, "Discretion is the better part of valor." I never again felt a need to flip anyone off.

[@wingmanjim6]

I think everyone who owns a gun should be subscribed here. Firstly, there is a huge amount of misunderstanding by many folks as to the legal ramifications of owning a firearm, much less having to utilize one. Second, even those who have a good - or better than average - understanding rarely have the broad base of experience that is being shared here. Richard and Emily present things so concisely, in language we can all understand, there is simply no excuse for not taking the opportunity to absorb the wisdom. I thank them both every time i view one of their presentations.

[@robcommorat2084]

I’ve been using a dash cam ( front and rear) for the last 4 years because of your #1.

[@r.f.pennington746]

You (R) made a comment right there at the end (@13:19): juries ARE going to think about it...they just can't help themselves. This is the reality behind the oft-touted "I'd rather be judged by 12, than carried by 6." Yes, if you have to defend yourself, you have to defend yourself. The one CCW'ing is the one responsible for their safety and the safety of those in their care. Having said that, I can't tell you how many times I've heard the 'Judged by 12..." as almost a rallying cry to never back down, never budge one inch, EVER. It's as if the fellow's world will somehow dissolve and their lady will leave if they back down (if she does, let her go). As one who has had my share of hearing airborne lead whizzing past my ears in another life--and seen the damage that lead can do when it reaches its intended target (aka lead poisoning), when it comes to these situations, such as road rage or neighbour wars, where I can take a step back and ensure that nothing will happen to me or mine at that time...I"ll do it. I'll do it every time. I really think our bravado and our sense of masculinity being damaged has caused way more damage than it should. I'll just bet as abogados, you guys have to deal with this 'He challenged me!' mentality all the time. I'd really like to see some discussion about Bravado vs. De-escalation in a future vid. Twenty years ago I lost a close relative to unnecessary lead poisoning because 'he was THE MAN, and he HAD TO prove it to everyone.' What a useless encounter that was! Everyone: listen to these lawyers. They aren't sitting there talking just to feel their lips flap. They know what they're talking about. Good vid, thanks. Sorry, this one just dredged up a memory or two better left in the round file.

[@ArmedAttorneys]

Thanks for the support, R. F.

[@marknauman53]

You guys are great! What a wonderful service you are providing with your videos, thank you.

[@nickmarcantonio]

Again, you two just do an amazing job covering all of this, big fan and will get you more viewers.

[@mattr918]

I'm about 50 miles from Atlanta. The news talks about a road rage shooting almost daily. It's ridiculous.

[@GlennJudah]

Lots of things to think about here ! Thanks again for another thought provoking video !

[@ArmedAttorneys]

Glad you enjoyed it Road Warrior!

[@lowprofile2412]

No road rage here. I’m watching my favorite channel on my drive home. Multitasking at its best. Ps. I received my AA flag sticker the other day. Thanks

[@ArmedAttorneys]

That is awesome!

[@heeebeeegeeebeee]

New sub here. Just stumbled across this one. Wasn't aware of the channel before today. Great video, thanks!

[@ArmedAttorneys]

Welcome aboard!

[@donaldgraves8781]

Thanks for another great video I enjoy your videos every much

[@ArmedAttorneys]

Love to hear it! Thank you for your support!

[@hav1byte]

what would be interesting to hear, is your perspective on hunter purple. If you are not aware, its a purple paint that ranchers/farmers/land owners spray on wood posts, gates, fences etc...

[@scrider5493]

Some of your best info! This is Real World info you are showing, thank you. I head lots of bad "What I would do is..." that is based on bad info, TV and not on the law.

[@ted338]

Excellent review of your "top 5 list", no doubt in my mind on your #1. And please keep reminding folks, that regardless of your state's SD laws, that the best course of action is to just get the hell away from the situation.

[@copcuffs9973]

You two are 💯 times more informative than the wasted 2 hours I spent listening to the "Law of self-defense webinar." Mid way thru I I commented this feels like an old school high-pressure timeshare pitch. It was just 2 hours of, this is why I'm great, my book is great, this is why my consultation is the best ever, I won't consult on any case unless you're a platinum level member, do you really want to go to jail for the rest of your life!? There was supposed to be a q&a, at the end, there wasn't, just one quote about how much some anonymous person liked him. Then he gave away a few books and before anyone who asked a question could say what about... he ended the Zoom. He might be a good lawyer, but you two actually give out helpful information in short, and to the point segments. Thanks so much! 👍👍

[@MrStan1221]

another great video Richard and Emily. I was suprised domestic violence was not on your list. Thanks again.

[@frankbarbagallo9399]

Thankful for your information!

[@paulmilsaps4476]

Really enjoy these videos. Thank you!

[@9ElevenCombatVet]

Great key points! Avoidance is always key in my book. Deescalate, Escape & Evade!

[@brightspark8900]

This is such a responsible video to make!!!! Thank you!!

[@VinceLoPresti1570]

Y'all are knocking it out of the park with excellent information!! I also noticed some fancy editing ;-) Thanks for all the great information!!!

[@ArmchairRamb0]

You guys have the best legal self defense channel. Thank you.

[@JugglesGrenades]

I had what you might call a "near miss" road rage incident. In a nutshell, when the young man(mid 20's) stepped out of his car with what looked like a sawed off pool stick...my hand went to my holstered pistol.( I am 66 years old) At that point his wife/girlfriend said, "Harold, if you get locked up again, I AM NOT GOING TO BAIL YOU OUT!" Luckily for everyone, he just yelled more obscenities at me but got back in his car. I have absolutely no desire to hurt or kill anyone. But since I am my wife's caretaker, I cannot allow myself to be killed or beaten to the point that I cannot take care of her. Sorry Harold.

[@lincthetoolman]

Thank you for all your information I’m sure it will be helpful for me in the future 😊

[@kevinguthmiller8510]

This is the kind of information that should have been in my CCW (LTC) class.

[@daviddurkop1719]

I have found that most problems today have been solved centuries ago. Another reason to read the classics. Marcus Aurelius stated in book 1 “Meditations,” “My First Teacher: 'Not to support this side or that in chariot-racing, this fighter or that in the games. To put up with discomfort and not make demands. To do my own work, mind my own business and have no time for slanderers.'" Marcus Aurelius figured this out in about 170 AD. If everyone followed this simple rule, there would be fewer problems in this world. Shakespeare figured it out too! In Shakespeare’s play, Henry IV Part 1, Act V Scene 4. It’s spoken by Shakespeare’s popular knight, Sir John Falstaff said: ‘To die is to be a counterfeit, for he is but the counterfeit of a man who hath not the life of a man; but to counterfeit dying when a man thereby liveth is to be no counterfeit, but the true and perfect image of life indeed. The better part of valor is discretion, in the which better part I have saved my life.’ Use some "discretion" in everything you do, it might save your life. If you don’t like old solutions, here is a simple, but not as eloquent: The “Four S” rules: 1. Don’t go Stupid Places. 2. With Stupid People. 3. And do Stupid things. 4. At Stupid times. Avoidance is the best policy. Look for trouble on the horizon, and steer clear of it. If you see trouble coming, leave.

[@shrimuyopa8117]

I didn't expect some of those, but after you explained them they made perfect sense. Thanks for the info!

[@joshcravens12man]

Videos like this are so helpful! Very much appreciate what you are doing!

[@ArmedAttorneys]

You are so welcome!

[@DHS956]

Thanks for the information some of which I didn't know.

[@robertbankhead8661]

Great tips and thank you for these videos!

[@toneeclark399]

Solid common sense suggestions. You guys rock.

[@glennoelkers1105]

Thank you for what you do! This information is very helpful!

[@ArmedAttorneys]

You are so welcome!

[@sawhite27]

So glad you folks share this info so law abiding people don't get caught in these snares.

[@pfaff1181]

Great information! Thanks.

[@glennwatson3313]

This happened to my father. He was 65 years old and he was threatened by a young man in a parking lot. My father brandished a weapon and drove away. The police came to his house almost arrested him.

[@JasonSmith-vd1sz]

Outstanding, thank you for sharing that information!

[@paladinfalconer8578]

Very informative. I had no idea how frequent these use of force incidents occurred.

[@Allan-SBR300aac]

Keep it up! Love yalls videos!

[@ArmedAttorneys]

Thanks so much!!

[@markb.1259]

Thank You Richard and Emily!!! Always love your content. Keep 'em comin'!!! :-)

[@gregorywebb9827]

Very educational. Thank you!

[@frugalprepper]

I know someone who pulled into a gas station. Saw a Large man rip a woman out of her truck and throw her on the ground. He intervened, pulled his handgun and told the guy to back off and get on the ground. The woman got up and said thank you and got in her truck and drove off. The guy held the man at gun point till the police arrived. Turned out it was his truck and the woman was stealing it.

[@user60521123]

It’s astonishing that by driving defensively, a person can drastically reduce the probability of a life-threatening altercation with another on the road.

[@allanarndt3047]

Thank you so much for all this information,I think the majority of us armed or not don’t consider the possible outcomes when talking to police. I was raised to believe police are the good guys & you can trust them to do what’s right for you but the simple fact they can legally outright lie to you says otherwise! It is hard to go against what you were taught to believe from a young age! Thank you.👍

[@metroplexchl]

Great video. Teaches us all the places and situations to avoid.

[@Soravia]

I see this channel got some significant upgrades.

[@marcboer1873]

Great video, all for info to keep me out of court or worse.

[@jerold8908]

As a CCW instructor, this is great information.

[@jameskennerly9748]

Awesome information thank you Both!!

[@krashdude1]

Excellent information. thank you

[@RespectMyAuthoritaah]

In road rage incidents most often one party is not paying attention to their driving and the other party is. This causes conflict because the party not paying attention to their driving thinks they haven't done anything wrong when the other party passes or tries to pass them. All of a sudden the party that was not paying attention is now focused solely on the party that was paying attention to their driving. Now the one party who was not paying attention before is all about "why are you passing me? I can drive" or they are now offended because you passed them. I have had this happen to me many times. People driving 35 in a 55 and when you go to pass they all of a sudden remember they are on a road with a speed limit of 55. Now you couldn't pass them at 75. But, when you allow them to remain in front they know they are pissing you off when they don't do the speed limit so they slow back down until you try to pass them again. I have had this happen so many times that I am sure it must be some kind of macho thing. After you try to pass them for NOT driving all of a sudden they are completely awake and hostile. Really annoying and now they are deliberately messing with you. I will still pass them when they slow down again which they always do. It's kind of like you can only go as fast as I will allow you to go. A control issue. So I pass them anyway. Now you can't shake them at 100 mph. Yes, people are that stupid. It does make you want to hurt them. I understand road rage very well. I just never draw a weapon to deal with it.

[@dancastle4394]

Great video something everyone needs to thing about.

[@dcstrng1]

Excellent... 95-99% of the time your best weapon is your head (or at least that is my summation of your "top five"). For the rest, well; it is what it is... Thanks for sharing your wisdom

[@WearilyMistaken]

Thank you for doing this video!

[@jasonwilliams936]

Good advice, I would add getting video if possible as well.

[@Raichle9]

This is the most informative channel. Thank you for all of this.

[@dennisl8657]

Thank you for what you do.

[@thenebraskan6977]

Thanks so much for the awesome video. You guys cover so many good points on this subject. We are very fortunate to have you available at the touch of a 🔑 keyboard. Thanks Again .

[@edrosa3485]

Road rage #1; makes sense. Within days of getting my license had an incident. Driver was offended that my reflexes were faster and chased me down and blocked my vehicle from moving. Thankfully I had MANY MANY hours of watching the Active Self Protection channel so I had my firearm out, safety off and hidden out of sight. I silently begged the other guy to stay within his vehicle and thankfully he was content with yelling from his SUV. I had no idea what he was yelling as my stereo was pretty cranked. He was also on dashcam.