How to Know When To Use Deadly Force In Self Defense

[@USCCAOfficial]

Comment Below ⬇️: What questions do you want Tom Grieve to answer next?

[@larrywilliams5490]

I would like clarification on Firearm Owners Protection Act 1986/Peaceable Journey Law,Federal interstate Transportation of Firearms/18USCss926A. If you have a license to carry in your state or other and you have a long rifle such as the AR Sporting Rifle or a AR style Shotgun.And that firearm is legal in your state and the one you are traveling to and that state also recognizes your license to carry,are you still covered under this if you make no stops on your journey through a state that does not allow this type of firearm?

[@NotForYouToKnowToday]

This happened a couple years ago to me before I got my ccw. Walking down a public street in the middle of town a guy on his porch (his property) pulls a gun and points it in my direction at the ground (not directly at me). Told me to walk faster or I won't be able to walk anymore. If I had a firearm could I have defended myself and been justified?

[@farhan.naushad]

If you have kids in the car and a mob starts smashing windows but you don’t have a way to get out because there are other cars or members of mob surrounding the car, would the use of deadly force using a firearm or your vehicle be justified? Would USCCA still cover it if the deadly force was not a firearm but the vehicle?

[@TheRepublicOfJohn]

I'd love to know the legal aspects of using deadly force when the defender has been drinking and would legally be over the BAC limit to operate a vehicle. As a Wisconsin concealed carry license holder, I know the rule is "if you're loaded, your gun shouldn't be" but what about in a self-defense situation in the home or other private premises? What if you were grilling out in the yard, drinking and minding your business when a belligerent neighbor or house-guest began to attack you with deadly intent? What if you went out to the bar, Ubered home, and were still legally intoxicated when you were woken up later that night and shot someone in self-defense in an attempted home invasion? What if you and your buddies were out at the bar and your DD was carrying but was incapacitated in a violent carjacking? Could you take his gun and use it to end the threat of deadly violence even if you were buzzed? In other words, If it was an otherwise clearly justifiable use of deadly force, would the self-defender be open to prosecution or exposed to more risk of civil liability in such a case?

[@TheRepublicOfJohn]

@@NotForYouToKnowToday sounds to me like in most places, you'd have a legal duty to retreat (in this case, just continue on your way), and just from a practical self-defense standpoint, it's always better to avoid, escape, or evade than to respond with force. Get to a safe place, call 911, report it, and make yourself available to law enforcement to answer questions. The other person's action in this situation would qualify almost universally as assault at a minimum, with the firearm being an aggravating factor, and potentially also qualify as brandishing or other more specific violation of weapon laws. If he began to raise that weapon in a menacing way which would lead a reasonable person to believe they were in imminent threat of death or bodily injury, and you had the legal right to be where you were and were not committing any criminal act or presenting any threatening behavior, a "stand your ground" jurisdiction would probably find use of deadly force in self defense to be justifiable. But youre gonna get arrested,, taken to jail,, and put in front of a judge and jury 99% of the time if you respond with deadly force against someone on their own property... that's disruptive and expensive unless you have CCW insurance and still will f up your life for a while. Your best bet is to escape and evade and let law enforcement officers handle it. In a 'duty to retreat' jurisdiction, just keep on walking, no questions asked, and call the police once you're in a safe place. That's my understanding of the law, anyway. I'm not a lawyer. Read and understand your state and local laws, but also make sure to look at these situations pragmatically and recognize that de-escalation, escape, and evasion are usually the smarter way to go if they're available options.

[@desperadopharaoh2361]

I'm sick of these laws that protect the attackers and criminals instead of the victims

[@femiarchie]

I'm glad I get to be the first to comment! Great content! Thank you for providing it in times like these. Didn't find the link though.

[@USCCAOfficial]

Hey Femi, Here's the link > bit.ly/2Sz40wx

[@cynicalpickle]

Enemies

[@jameshuett2559]

Good training. Learning when is the right time to "go" is still training for those who do not know.

[@markkilburn112]

I disagree with the term "privilege", self defense is a right...bugs do it.

[@andrewduenes1079]

Wait until you get arrested because bugs get arrested to.

[@AvonleaMontague]

Good point.

[@AvonleaMontague]

I took the "privelege" comment as some sarcasm as I highly doubt he views it as anything other than a right.

[@3nertia]

When the system owns everyone from the day they're born, "privilege" is more accurate ;) Lemme know when ants start paying for things lol

[@markkilburn112]

@@AvonleaMontague Finally, someone that did not take my reply out of context. You win!

[@samuelgraber6921]

It's sad when you have to be so careful of what you do when you're just trying to protect yourself and others.

[@spg1794]

what can I say a lot of trigger happy death dealers ruined it for the rest of us

[@cosmicabyss7358]

Taking someone's life should be taken extremely seriously and be very very strict. To think otherwise is to wish for a lawless society that doesn't respect life.

[@GGOGAMMA]

@@cosmicabyss7358That might actually happen

[@DatHurdler_Theo]

I always tell people “please do research on self-defense, stand your ground, or castle doctrine laws before you get yourself into some trouble. A lot of people are facing life sentences for situations they thought was self defense

[@duke88nuke]

Idc how big tough and healthy you think you are, it only takes one punch let alone a kick to the nuts from damn near anyone can incapacitate you enough for the attacker to have their way with you.

[@toddjenest3212]

EVERYONE, including most LEOs, take unarmed suspects for granted. NEVER underestimate anyone and their unknown abilities. Hell, how many times have we seen someone knocked to the ground and suddenly everyone is kicking that person in the head? In most states, that felony assault which could result in grievous bodily harm and/or death. And never overestimate YOUR skills; even MMA dudes get knocked the f*** out!

[@wolfboy20]

@@toddjenest3212 thats a fact!

[@DevTheBigManUno]

Any sort of hostile force can be deadly. I did a few months training at a hospital and have seen someone w/ no known health issues go into a coma because his wife slapped him. (Turned out to be undiagnosed issues that then caused a stroke) but it was just a half hearted slap.

[@58HUSTLER]

@@toddjenest3212 Case in point, those two LEO's in Atlanta at the Wendy's. They got the perp standing there when he decides to break bad, ends up getting one of the officer's tasers before they put him down.

[@toddjenest3212]

@@58HUSTLER It's obvious that most LEO's hope that their (stinking) badges and Batman utility belts will save their ass, so they have VERY weak "Kung Fu." Our LEO's need weekly combative training (BJJ/Hapkido) and must be forced to stay away from the donut shops.

[@brynnleapierce5600]

I'm grateful to you “Kevin” & “Tom” for sharing such valuable information in sessions like this providing greater knowledge & awareness “of when or when not to use deadly force. I respect our laws & strive to be responsible to the fullest extent degree for the freedom of our Constitutional 2nd Amendment rights.

[@bluesteeltraining]

These days it almost “seems” as though you first have to allow the attacker time to put a shot into you or grab you before you can legally defend yourself. I know it’s not the case, but it seems like the laws work in the criminal’s favor.

[@Harlem55]

It's really all in passing strict anti-barratry laws to provide stiff civil and criminal penalties against prosecutors who file frivolous cases. It's also in passing federal laws to deport the entire so-called democratic party.

[@Praise___YaH]

Guys, HERE is The TRUE Savior YaH The Heavenly FATHER HIMSELF was Who they Crucified for our sins, NOT jesus, and “HERE IS THE PROOF” From the Ancient Semitic Scroll: "Yad He Vav He" is what Moses wrote, when Moses asked YaH His Name (Exodus 3) Ancient Semitic Direct Translation Yad - "Behold The Hand" He - "Behold the Breath" Vav - "Behold The NAIL"

[@nikkiblack5073]

I miss the good old days of Justice Served

[@ronniecarter9688]

Yes indeed 👏

[@tabaks]

Justice is served, every time. Not always to those who thought they're extra privileged, though.

[@Fafafohi]

Related to training, USCCA has some great dry fire tools. I own their barrel blockers and they are easy to install/use. They have all common calibers. Really useful!

[@USCCAOfficial]

Thank you for continuing to train on how to be efficient with your firearm. How often do you get to a live shooting range?

[@Fafafohi]

@@USCCAOfficial once a month, if that! I really want to take a pistol course but it’s expensive! Trying to save up. I’m in Henderson/Las Vegas area, so I go out to the desert and shoot.

[@theccc8318]

Pretty simple, OIC Does he have Opportunity Does he have Intent Does he have capability

[@JT-ht6fk]

I have also heard Massad Aayoob use Ability, Opportunity & Jeopardy (intent).

[@ryanp.7348]

Here we have the most important triangle in existence.

[@Praise___YaH]

HERE is The Savior YaH The Heavenly FATHER HIMSELF was Who they Crucified for our sins, NOT jesus, and “HERE IS THE PROOF” From the Ancient Semitic Scroll: "Yad He Vav He" is what Moses wrote, when Moses asked YaH His Name (Exodus 3) Ancient Semitic Direct Translation Yad - "Behold The Hand" He - "Behold the Breath" Vav - "Behold The NAIL"

[@MysticMonkeyMiracle]

​@@Praise___YaH do you still believe in Santa Claus too?

[@margaretbowen867]

I had to use deadly force when I and my two schnauzers were confronted by a cougar just 35 feet in front of my garage. Dog leashes in left hand, I'm yelling and screaming as the big cat comes two steps toward us. Sig in pocket. Grab gun out of pocket, safety off, aim as cat makes a left turn to get away from crazy old lady and I fire one shot missing but manage to scare it off. Never fired a gun with just one hand. Keeping cool was a plus except for the commotion that I made on purpose. I live on 10 acres in a rural area. Took a CCL class 4 times over the last two decades.

[@pinned.byjeremiahbabe4072]

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[@Catfish.Knudsen]

This dude makes sum of the best content & seems like a good dude with good morals & good mind set. He proly was a good cop

[@johndonovan6308]

Sum? &? Proly?

[@Catfish.Knudsen]

@@johndonovan6308 lmao, sum short for some, this -> is short for and & prolly/probably

[@MysticMonkeyMiracle]

Good cop? Never heard of her

[@Catfish.Knudsen]

@@MysticMonkeyMiracle sure ya have!

[@captbosco]

The very worst thing you can do when a situation arises is to spend time wondering about local and federal laws effecting deadly force.

[@SI-GOD]

Thanks. I had not thought about proving my aging body until you mentioned it here and then I reflected to the VA had MRIs and xrays already on these very issues. But even before then, I went a paint ball arena with my son when I was about 40-45 and noticed I don't move as fluently as I did 20 years earlier. I expected some of that but it was far more than I thought it would be. Makes me wish I had stayed in practice.

[@PiercedHeartProductions]

I'm in NJ. They'll lock us up for thinking about deadly force.

[@sheepdogonthehill]

You need to move

[@PiercedHeartProductions]

@@sheepdogonthehill Ya don't say?

[@sheepdogonthehill]

@@PiercedHeartProductions lol

[@СруликРизиньшнюфцельбобеноф]

@C M In NJ if you moved you must change your address for firearm permit. In order to do so, they force you to jump through all that loops again. It's easier to move back and change you DL to the previous one, then get a new firearm permit. I moved to Florida and get my handgun after 3 days waiting period without any problems. Now I'm waiting for CCW. F*k NJ!

[@Roadking556]

Yea but cops and muggers can beat you to death in NJ.

[@MrRebar15]

*USCCA* Thanks fellas for making this content available to us. God Bless. (member)

[@Catfish.Knudsen]

Agreed

[@USCCAOfficial]

We are happy to! Do you have any suggestoins for future content you would like to see?

[@MrRebar15]

@@USCCAOfficial Its always nice to hear success stories, where the good guy with a gun & his USCCA appointed Attorney come out .... you fill in the rest. Thank-you for taking the time to respond. God Bless.

[@YASAJTV]

Maybe start a series of videos on this topic for each State and their laws.

[@ATeamReilly]

In a life-threatening situation I'm not going to be sitting there wondering if this is legal or not I'm going to save my life or the lives of my loved ones and what it is after the fact is what it is I will fight the authorities till the death if need be

[@TheRepublicOfJohn]

Ever heard of Ruby Ridge? Waco? Im sure you have... how about the Louisville Police Department shooting of Breonna Taylor and her boyfriend (the boyfriend shot at people breaking down his door who he assumed were home invaders but were actually police serving a night-time no-knock warrant on the actual suspect's old address and had the real suspect in custody before the raid, and who didn't identify themselves as far as I can tell). In other words, yeah you can go all in, guns blazing, but you're either gonna get killed or face decades if not life behind bars if you don't follow legal procedure. That's your call and I'm not judging you for wanting to fiercely protect your loved ones, but I think everyone would rather you come out of it safe and without a criminal record. Be safe out there man.

[@58HUSTLER]

@@TheRepublicOfJohn I understand Freedom66's thought process, I do. But there is something else obviously you understand but everyone else out there needs to understand and remember: Let's say you decided to use deadly force because you felt it was justified. The perp dies, your okay, great. Now an investigation is going to take place. If there is a grey area you'll likely end up in court with a "jury of your peers" (please let that sink in for a moment) and they may end up deciding whether your actions were justified or not. Just something to think about.

[@Praise___YaH]

HERE is The Savior YaH The Heavenly FATHER HIMSELF was Who they Crucified for our sins, NOT jesus, and “HERE IS THE PROOF” From the Ancient Semitic Scroll: "Yad He Vav He" is what Moses wrote, when Moses asked YaH His Name (Exodus 3) Ancient Semitic Direct Translation Yad - "Behold The Hand" He - "Behold the Breath" Vav - "Behold The NAIL"

[@ronniecarter9688]

Scene: I'm in a residence I'm legally allowed to be in & a co inhabitant has company over, company gets rowdy & I request them to leave... company makes threats to harm me. What extent can be used to remove from my home tho company was let in by co habitant... 😒

[@sslcm56]

No matter how you got in my home if I tell you to leave. You are going to leave even if it's in a body bag. I'm in Alabama and we/I don't play.

[@3nertia]

Does the other person you live with pay rent too? e.g. do you split the rent? Do they also want the company to leave?

[@ronniecarter9688]

@@3nertia hmm, let's say wife has in laws in my home that i dont want there any more (that she invited over etc) @ my request to GTFO they get rowdy / in my face & such.... *even sayin stuff like "i'll kick yur ass n such??

[@3nertia]

@@ronniecarter9688 I'm not a lawyer. Are they actually capable of kicking your ass? Why not just call the cops and have them removed, maybe try that first?

[@SnipeU696]

Thank you for sharing.

[@joshuacarpenter4350]

Easy. Threat possible = hand to hip Threat imminent = draw and fire

[@Harlem55]

That will get you killed. It takes 2-3 seconds for most police officers to draw from a holster, bring the gun on target, and fire a round. The difference is they train every day you don't so take a guess how long it's going to take an average person? statistics say an average of 5 seconds. Therefore, if there is a "possible" threat the gun is already out and aimed if you're smart. Rather there's a reason they teach against "speed drawing" in any competent firearms course.

[@Outdoor-Tactics]

@@Harlem55 Cops don't train everyday. They kind of aren't good shooters, as a wide generality. Keep your gun concealed until you decide you're going to use it. Draw for no other reason than to use it. Don't break concealment and give up that advantage otherwise.

[@Harlem55]

@@Outdoor-Tactics you'd be wrong about that - cops have to shoot reasonably well to "qualify" under the training standards. The majority of civilians with no military experience can't qualify and in fact firearms qualifications with handguns are a significant issue in police academy that axes a lot of people.

[@Outdoor-Tactics]

@@Harlem55 Police handgun qualifications are not difficult and involve standing still and shooting paper. Which never happens.

[@larrymiller9558]

As always thank u for sharing these videos r a lesson to remember 👍👍👍

[@upnorthvlogs]

Depends on what state your in I live in a duty to retreat state dumb I think every state should be stand your ground

[@jimd8008]

Thank you again

[@scottespeseth4688]

Can you do a video regarding what your rights are if you WITNESS an armed/threat of great bodily harm to SOMEONE ELSE. As a CCW person what Bystander Principle can I employ?

[@Venom1933]

This isn’t legal advice and I’m not a lawyer, but when taking my CCW class my instructor made a good point regarding this subject. Let’s say you come across two people on the ground fighting and one points a gun at the other. You may be inclined to use force against the person pointing the gun. But what if that person was getting robbed at gun point by the other and they managed to wrestle their firearm away and use it on the attacker? If you had decided to use deadly force you may be inadvertently targeting the victim because you weren’t aware of the entire situation. Personally I would use extreme caution with deciding whether or not to get involved with a situation like this because of potential vital information like the example given.

[@USCCAOfficial]

Each situation can be very different, Scott. Venom1933 made some great points as well. If you dont fully know what the situation is, you dont know who is the onocent person and who is the bad guy. Sometimes, it's best to be a good, reliable witness. It is a little different than your scenario, but check out our blog post about this topic here: www.usconcealedcarry.com/blog/you-witness-a-robbery-what-would-you-do/

[@scottespeseth4688]

Here’s the most likely situation: Urban setting…someone starts shooting BUT not at you and not, necessarily, facing you.

[@st3v3stich]

A threat of great bodily harm or death must be accompanied by sustain fear of the threat. The suspect must also possess the present ability to carry out the threat.

[@toddjenest3212]

If my, would be, attacker has legs and still breathing, then they possess the ability UNTIL they become a bullet sponge. Stupid games win stupid prizes.

[@shrikeofterven6006]

I am a short woman with a bum knee and most men could probably cause me fatal injuries with just their fists. So I carry concealed and will try to get away from a person making threats or acting crazy. If the person keeps after me, that is a deadly threat of immediate and/or imminent harm.

[@nikdrown]

Whether duty retreat is law different situations call for different methods. De escalate should always be foremost. Aggressors positions move back in forth who is which in the blink of an eye. There is a higher probability of wrong reaction when ignorant. Pre determining scenarios should be pondered in the possibility of events as much as possible.

[@Praise___YaH]

HERE is The Savior YaH The Heavenly FATHER HIMSELF was Who they Crucified for our sins, NOT jesus, and “HERE IS THE PROOF” From the Ancient Semitic Scroll: "Yad He Vav He" is what Moses wrote, when Moses asked YaH His Name (Exodus 3) Ancient Semitic Direct Translation Yad - "Behold The Hand" He - "Behold the Breath" Vav - "Behold The NAIL"

[@18wheelsandadozen6shooters5]

I’m already a member, but I want to win a gun!

[@ethan.amosberg835]

If someone were to break into my house that has a 16 year old that has access to firearms is he protected by the castle doctrine in NC

[@deucedeuce1572]

Absolutely. There is no difference between him defending himself and you defending yourself. Some states have "laws" that make it a crime for a 16yr old to have access to firearms (usually handguns), but I don't believe that's the case in NC... and even if it was, it would be foolish to obey. Also, if you're a member of USCCA, you are protected (by USCCA) both inside and outside your home... but your family (who are not direct members) are protected within the home for any "weapon of opportunity". The weapon used does not have to be owned by the person that uses it in self defense. I'm not a lawyer and don't work for USCCA, but I hope that helps. Hope USCCA answers directly and corrects me if I'm wrong.

[@fokyewtoob8835]

I believe castle doctrine applies to anyone even felons you won’t get charged for murder because it’s in fact not murder but you still may get charged with being in possession as a felon

[@USCCAOfficial]

From the information I was able to look up, I do not see anything related to age in order for the Castle Doctrine to apply in North Carolina.

[@millennial_weeb2382]

@@USCCAOfficial Not an attorney, not legal advice.. “In practice North Carolina automatically assumes the use of any level of force is justified unless there is clear, unambiguous proof that the force used was not justified”. If true I highly doubt today’s LEO’s actually follow that, but it’s interesting if you could find anything on that.

[@WeCoachMentalHealth]

Idk but if they 'break in' all bets are off

[@romellwilliams728]

This was very informative. Thanks

[@USCCAOfficial]

Of course! We are always happy to! You can find even more informative content on our website too!

[@sardomi3651]

Thank you so very much for this family.

[@andrewduenes1079]

I was shot in the back and let off one warning round instead of killing two teenagers with pistols carjacking people. This resulted in my getting shot in the back and neglect discharge charge because I didn’t want to kill the two kids....I stopped a life threatening enemy and lost my riffle to the cops....be prepared the cops can say whatever and do whatever they want....don’t think just cuz ur doing the right thing it will all work out in favor.

[@TheSMMSFreak]

Probably because warning shots are dangerous and pointless. Very irresponsible to just be blasting shots. If you pull out your gun you better know where those bullets are going.

[@andrewduenes1079]

@@TheSMMSFreak dude, so you realize how much my life would have changed if I had killed those kids. I did know where my bullets we’re going. I’m A USMC vet 1371 Combat Engineer. You probably don’t know what a billet sounds like when it zips by ur head or the sound of a bullet hitting your flesh. Operate under those pretenses and tell me would you do.

[@andrewduenes1079]

@@TheSMMSFreak You should be careful how you speak to random strangers. You lack respect that will bite you in the ass one day.

[@andrewduenes1079]

@@TheSMMSFreak I shot four times one warning shot in the air and 3 shots after I was hit in the back. The truth is you know nothing you speak of.

[@TheSMMSFreak]

@@andrewduenes1079 I was perfectly respectful to you just because I was honest and you don't like what I had to say doesn't mean I'm not 😂 Also, if you were actually in the Marines I would think you'd know how irresponsible it is to pop shots randomly in the air. Where are those bullets landing? It's literally basic firearms safety get bent dude 😂

[@briannelms158]

Great content guys! Much appreciated!

[@jsr-uz3oj]

I'm 57 on disability due to back and knee problems my running and fighting days are long gone that's why I carry a gun not because it's fun I wish I didn't feel the need to but I do I am an USCCA member and if you carry, I would recommend it even if you are not charged the family can sue you in civil court, they get great reviews we pay insurance for other things this is one insurance I hope I never need.

[@gunnstrainingacademyandser9826]

I show this video during my firearms training courses. Great vid!!!

[@threatintelligent9794]

Opportunity, capability and intent.

[@jjfordf150yeastinfection9]

Thanks for the info !!

[@jadeblues357]

I would like to know, what defines an eminent threat for somebody permanently disabled in home defense? I’d like to narrow down those shades of gray. I know what my home state laws are because I live in Florida, however there is still shades of gray that I do not understand. For example if someone is breaking into my premises threatening. Do I have the right do you use deadly force? Because anyone more able than me is a Threat if they’re breaking into my home.

[@JT-ht6fk]

Yes. It comes down to intent. If they are breaking into your home, it is reasonable to believe they are there to cause you harm. A reasonable person would also believe their intent is to harm you. Being disabled places you in a vulernable victim population, like females and the elderly. The law can be more forgiving in the use of deadly force for people in these populations.

[@racking4507]

Truth is, once lawyers are involved nothing is cut and dry. We have to defend ourselves and our families at our own risk and let the chips fall where they may. Sad but true.

[@bidenisasnake9932]

AND, Guilty unless you can prove your innocent.

[@PaulJersey]

Great video! Very informative.

[@mgibb828]

What about disparity of force, more than 1 unarmed person comes at you? If you pull gun and they still come I have to assume they will try to take my gun from me so I must shoot. Yes?

[@JT-ht6fk]

You shoot because of immediate fear of death or great bodily harm.

[@neilstern1694]

A young man at the age of 13 showed me if they break into your house, their dead meat. Don't think twice. Just don't shoot them in the back .point blank as they are in the house. He got one the other ran. When you have a split second you have no time to reason what if.

[@steveisgood2go]

Very informative .. important stuff

[@HOMETHEATERBOY]

We are a Military Family We canceled our membership with USCCA after our Rates were raised 25% asked for a refund as you guys advertise and was denied the USCCA does not represent the Second Amendment community or military veterans

[@GLOCKAVELI76]

Thank you for this info. Glad i found this video. You have a new subscriber. Last month i had a situation. My parents live next door. A guy went on parents porch and attacked my stepdad. I went over there had my pistol in holster. We got the guy off the porch he then went to his truck and got a crowbar. I pulled my weapon and pointed at him stopping him from coming back into the gate of my parents property. Police came and held my firearm for a short period. We had security cameras that caught it all thank god. The police gave my gun back and said i protected my family and property. I never wanna have to do that again lol but i definitely would if needed.

[@harleyreddragon2394]

Thank you for these informative videos. I am new to ccw (January 2021) and find videos like this one very helpful. I believe information is a powerful tool in helping me to make good decisions quickly. From all the vids I have watched, most situations happen quickly and require a fast response. Keep up the great work!

[@USCCAOfficial]

Congratulations on getting your CCW license. What else do you currently do to prepare for a self-defense incident?

[@harleyreddragon2394]

@@USCCAOfficial I joined TWAW, watch lots of vids, shoot at least once a week (have an acreage and my boys and I built a small range), and think about "what if" scenarios all the time.

[@USCCAOfficial]

@@harleyreddragon2394 That sounds awesome. Kudos to you for training your children. How often do you utilize your Member Dashboard?

[@martyc1533]

As long as you can articulate WHY you used "DEADLY FORCE" (YOUR / OTHERS Lives were in danger of death or serious bodily harm) your attorney (YOU BETTER HAVE ONE) should be able to defend your actions. Unless of course you used deadly force against someone less "privileged" than you. Then all bets are off and you are at the mercy of a jury already predisposed to hate firearms and those who own them!

[@zombieapocalypse3837]

One does not have to be facing a person with a gun to reasonably feel there is a deadly threat/great bodily harm present. Case in point (and not the only one) in NYC a perp used a cobble stone to hit a victim over the head several times, victim ended up in the hospital with a traumatic brain injury and a big scar across his skull from a craniotomy. There are any number of weapons that are not ordinarily thought of as weapons with lethal potential. Always stay in condition YELLOW in public spaces. Be safe.

[@CarltonPhillupBanx]

How could I learn about using deadly force in self-defense in Massachusetts?

[@USCCAOfficial]

You can attend a class in your area. I have our training page linked for you below to find classes near you. training.usconcealedcarry.com/classes/?_gl=1*1sry5s1*_ga*MjA2NDEwNzgwNS4xNjAxOTA1OTIz*_ga_MFZ3H4HBX9*MTYyMjU3NTk0OS44OS4wLjE2MjI1NzU5NDkuNjA.

[@stephenr115]

Never think this is just REPEATiNG things; knowledge must be reinforced with practice of hearing and thinking again and again. Too bad there isn’t some Uniform Law for every state something not unheard of

[@jamesalles139]

thanks

[@glcartm]

whenever its needed and i dont mean when the government says it is because theyll say never 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@jp2578]

Good information.

[@nmr6988]

Thanks!

[@raulmartinez15852]

Thank you

[@st3v3stich]

Imminent is a lower threshold than immediate threat. Must be an imminent threat of great bodily harm or death, must be an innocent party, must have not means of retreat, and no lesser force option available.

[@wrx399]

I am currently disabled. If I was being threatened by a much larger individual who was also skillfully trained in hand to hand, could I start by letting him know I’m armed, and I’d like us both to go home tonight? Adding I don’t want any trouble. In that case is it ok to warn the potential attacker that I’m armed?

[@richardhowe6218]

Imminent danger. What if a big guy, with no gun starts wrestling with you and he finds that you have a concealed gun on you and he tries to take it. If he's trying to grab your gun, wouldn't that be considered imminent danger?

[@stewslogisticsllc9460]

Can you do a video of VA’s new law about roadside rest areas which went into affect 1 July 2021

[@kennyhaworth9606]

Great video

[@davidberry6046]

I am already a USCCA member, and every time I watch one of your videos, which are very informative, you tell the viewers to click on the link down below in order to have a chance to win a gun. Every time I do that, all I get is an invitation to join USCCA. Nothing about "sign in and enter" or something like that. What gives?

[@USCCAOfficial]

All you have to do is log into your member dashboard to enter each daily giveaway, David!

[@jimbaughman7778]

I don’t know if this is a dumb question or not but in Indiana if there is someone twice the size of you that is threatening to fight you and is actively running at you and your saying I don’t want to fight please leave my property and you give reasonable chances to leave your property or dwelling

[@robteaster2446]

Ok. I don't get it. The entry to win the firearm and prizes is asking you to become a USCCA member to be eligible for the contest. Well, I've been a USCCA member for years, so what now to enter the contest?

[@USCCAOfficial]

Thank you for being a USCCA member. You can get entered into the daily giveaways by signing in to your Member Dashboard each day. Have you been able to sign in on a regular basis?

[@robteaster2446]

@@USCCAOfficial Thank you. I sincerely appreciate USCCA and the member benefits. USCCA your Customer Service department and Reps are the best. Simply great service from your CSRs each time I have spoken to them. Love the training videos as well.

[@rayjennings2884]

This a great gun laws that everyone can understand....

[@johnkvockasr.2847]

Assuming time is available, should/could you, as “the Victim”, give a counter threat via words, or by displaying a deadly weapon?

[@toddjenest3212]

EVERY state that offers concealed carry permits should provide at least 16 hours of force-on-force training using the "Force Continuum" to civilians. Today, deadly force seems to be more about what you say in court than how you really react during a confrontation. Force-on-force roll playing would bring self-defense actions into a clearer perspective.

[@ozziedelreal3260]

That's crazy. My car is my livelihood, I don't have full coverage if I get car jacked I can't go to work pay my bills end up homeless and probably commit suicide so I can't use deadly force to protect my car/livelihood because no imminent threat

[@mtthwpnn]

Tom and Kevin could discuss what they had for lunch the whole ten minutes, I'd still watch it

[@tallericothelegend4455]

2nd?

[@mitchellkarl6382]

I'd love to see a video on Defending your animals in a home invasion. Like is it justified to employ deadly force when they are trying to kill the animals? Or have already killed them?

[@GlocklovinBob]

What are the laws in New Mexico

[@SI-GOD]

What to do if you are in an area you are not allowed to have a firearm but you do and it's about to be discovered. Such as on your way to work you drive by a school (or maybe drop your kids off on the way) and a car wreck happens. You are within the 300 feet (or whatever distance for that place) and the police ask if you have a weapon.

[@mscir]

I would love to hear your opinions of California, this state is so freaking crazy.

[@Spyrothedragon368]

I don't know.... even if I get kill... I am still guilty..... I think....

[@haydenkimwalker9001]

Move. Lol Please don’t take my comment out of context, I understand that many people can’t just up and move, it was more of a joke. But in all honesty, California is not the place to practice your constitutional rights.

[@mscir]

@@haydenkimwalker9001 If I'm going to go to the trouble of doing that I want to move to a conservative state that secedes, otherwise I could be jumping from the frying pan into the fire, the scum in power will do anything, laws are not a concern for them. Once I'm there I'll volunteer for border patrol duty, to keep the scum out.

[@smeg8557]

Can somebody please tell me? I was told for representation that CCW safe is better than US CCA is that true?

[@Bad_Batch_65]

When in doubt... have no doubt 😐

[@olddude5708]

When the mood hits

[@arturojfernandez2906]

I've been watching a lot of these videos and I'm convinced that either USCCA or US lost shield which one's better and so far I think USCCA is but when are they going to do this gun drawing because I want to win already but

[@buckzx10r]

Question related to the unarmed attacker tho.. I’m 6’4” 230 lbs. in shape. But I’m no ju jitsu master or anything. We shoot to stop the eminent threat. Is it justifiable to shoot ju jitsu guy in the leg to stop the threat instead of shooting to kill? Or does that still say the threat was not eminent? And therefore you would be in trouble?

[@gunzrloaded]

Just wondering if the laws are not written in the 'correct parse syntax grammar' they could be proven null and void.One would have to get in touch with an authorized syntax grammar specialist to see if and how the laws are written to be truly lawful. Cheers...!!!

[@robertwhipple1954]

How many people--outside of Wyatt Earp-- are able to draw and fire accurately when an assailant already has a gun out, the threat of lethal force? I'm not trying to be a smart ass, I just think that that is the dilemma in concealed carry.

[@ChiakiNanami736]

In Michigan, we cannot use it to defend property, but we can to protect life or prevent rape. Great bodily harm or protection of property that preserves life, (like an oxygen tank,) aren’t legitimate places for deadly force in this state.

[@millennial_weeb2382]

Look at NC castle doctrine, Covers pretty much anything.

[@aryeh155]

Would you be justified in a situation where the unarmed attacker attempts taking it to the ground or in some other way that would leave your pistol vulnerable to being grabbed and you loosing control of the situation?

[@cameronplayzz4567]

I’m watching this because of the apple river stabbing incident because a lot of people keep saying stabbing the kids was self defense. I don’t think some kids drinking is a threat

[@timmycook6708]

Now if the guy with the machete hops that fence, you should probably get to work.

[@vonfrizzly]

Here’s a much more simple rule of thumb to live by: *Ask if you MUST use your weapon, not WHEN you can use your weapon*

[@garynaccarato4606]

"Why don't they shoot them in the knee?" Well it's not like just shooting them knee is exactly something which is all that easy anyway especially when a persons under stress.Granted I am no firearm expert but judging by the fact that the knee or the leg makes up a whole lot smaller of a target then what the torso or center of mass would so based on that I would naturally assume that just simply shooting someone in the knee or even the leg in a self defense situatation is most likely not as easy as what some people think.

[@rafaelmatos2947]

The way the laws are written in Maryland and many other States, the only "LAWFUL" or "LEGAL" discharge of a weapon is for target practice or hunting during approved hunting season, with approved hunting permits. Even in the case of hunting there are limitations. In the case of a self-defense incident, in which one would need to discharge a firearm, it would "at best" be considered "JUSTIFIED", but not "LEGAL". We cannot say we shot them "legally"... All we can say is that we had to defend ourselves against an immediate and unavoidable threat the death of great bodily harm, and if all conditions are met, the courts would consider the shooting as a justified use of deadly force. Never legal use of deadly force.

[@AtaraxisKese]

Honestly. Analyze the situation first. I’m still aiming for kneecaps🥃

[@michaeljoseph2172]

I’m 5,5 weighing at 160 is someone 6,0 weighing plus 200 am I allowed to use deadly force if they try any movement towards me????

[@dickiewongtk]

Can I use a weapon to deter an attacker?

[@johnkosheluk1041]

Who decides who is Wright to shoot and if you can force to hurt someone

[@majorpayne4098]

You can legally use force to stop the threat.. depends on the state laws those are many

[@Roadking556]

All the time if no cameras or witnesses. Can't go by fear some are fearful all the time.

[@twistedyogert]

If there is no "duty to retreat" law should you still try to run away?

[@mosesm.3431]

Fact: More people need to watch this.

[@mikenagy3728]

Road rage is becoming more common everywhere you go. The one that sticks in my mind is the guy who threw a hatchet through the guy behind him's window. I have come to the conclusion that any time someone gets out of their car it signals a threat. If they have any type of weapon I will draw on them and tell them to get back into their car. If they don't I shoot.

[@brycebushey1224]

Have you had to use it

[@inyourdefense0]

Just become a member of USCCA . . .

[@USCCAOfficial]

That is great to see! Welcome to the USCCA family! What about the membership interested you?

[@inyourdefense0]

@@USCCAOfficial I've been a USCCA member for many years. The primary reason is access to legal support. I have become a fan of the USCCA magazine. I download the digital versions, and place the hard copy in the common area of my office building for others to read.

[@johnkvockasr.2847]

I am already a USCCA member. Do I qualify for the gun giveaway?

[@UngovernedCivilian]

One question they attacker might not be armed but I am and if he attacks me their is a gun in the fight if he is willing to threatened my life if he nocks me out wont

[@UngovernedCivilian]

Stop him from taking my weapon