Stupid Self-Defense Mistakes That Could Cost You Your Freedom

[@thomastoups3451]

I've watched you guys for years and realized that I never said "Thank you" for the great service you provide to myself and all of your audience. Best regards to both of you.

[@RdeneckTech]

I have been in a deadly force encounter. I can attest that even though I knew what to do to defend my home, after the gun smoke cleared, I was more afraid of the consequences of my decision. The adrenaline dump sucks. Not only during the incident, and the investigation shortly after, but the thoughts and dreams long after. There is nothing glorious about winning a gun fight! Alpha male comes out, but it really eats at a man long after the official ruling. Planning/training for a deadly force scenario should also include training for de escalation techniques. If it is possible to avoid drawing a lethal weapon to stop a threat, employ that tactic. That said, if you get cornered, remember that it is your life or theirs. It is a real possibility, and it sucks to make a split second decision that could possibly end another person's life. Even coming out on top feels like a loss when the magnitude of force requires terminating the life of another person. Think before you brandish that firearm, and think a bit more before deciding to pull the trigger. Set ego aside. NEVER use deadly force in a battle of the ego. Always walk away. Sorry for the novel. Cheers from Texas

[@Hell-is-seeing-truth-too-late]

Thank you! Wise counsel indeed. Have my own story.. Regret to this day the way I handle it..

[@RdeneckTech]

@@Hell-is-seeing-truth-too-late don't regret it. Even if you made a mistake in that moment, it helped you grow as a person and therefore was necessary for your growth. Everyone makes mistakes, but the only true failure is if you don't learn from your mistakes. It seems like you learned from yours and that should be applauded. Cheers from Texas my friend

[@Hell-is-seeing-truth-too-late]

@@RdeneckTech I sure did learn from it. As it happened years ago. To this day I never acted the same when out and about. I carry every day, but with a total different mind set. I’m at peace. Cheers From Texas too!👍

[@michaelsix9684]

excellent advice

[@NineInchTyrone]

@@Hell-is-seeing-truth-too-late you are alive aren’t you ?

[@monaezytwo6513]

Most of these examples SHOULD NOT be uttered to the police. If you are in a self defense incident, ask for a lawyer and don't say ANYTHING to the police.

[@daboyup2nogood]

Yup. I'm calling my USCCA lawyer soon after while taking the fifth with the police. But first of all I will do anything to avoid the situation.

[@raspucin70]

+1

[@paullambo4787]

And give yourself 72 hours to calm down ,speak to an attorney and review the events before you make any comments,many people have recalled critical facts after the initial interaction that police say is changing your story.

[@jeffr5552]

To say not to say a word to the cops is probably not wise, as they will need at least some context for what went down. More like "This dude forced his way in the house and I shot him in self defense. I'd like to talk to an attorney before I say anything further." Simple and concise. Some may take 'don't speak to the cops' as just refusing to say a single word whatsoever and the cops now might assume anything, including that the guy didn't break in and you just murdered him for no reason.

[@monaezytwo6513]

@@jeffr5552 Wrong. The police have to prove you did something unlawful and literally anything you say to them can be used as evidence against you. Say NOTHING.

[@patricknesbit2334]

As my nra instructor told me don't just walk away run away if you can and must. Your life and safety are paramount. Sticky situations are best to avoid. Stay out of court at all costs.

[@davidrpriest]

Avoiding trouble, de-escalation and staying out of third party conflicts will help you avoid over 90% of all potentially bad situations. A lot self defense situations start out as small arguments, a car horn honk or a lack of awareness of your surroundings.

[@LK-bz9sk]

Words of wisdom

[@grumblesa10]

If possible absolutely, for example in a break-in, turn on ALL the lights (disorients the dirtbags) tell them you are armed and have called the police. 99 times out of 100 they will flee-at that point just be an excellent witness, oh and your weapon did its job-protecting you and your family. Do NOT under any circumstances do the "prepper" thing of vest and NODs, etc. If it goes to trial the DA's office will have a field day showing you were "hoping this would happen".

[@patricknesbit2334]

@@grumblesa10 yup and in some situations the sudden surprise quite literally scares the 💩 out of the perp .

[@pauldarling330]

If anyone knows about running away, its the NRA

[@gmb5370]

I totally agree! I teach personal protection and I go over this exact same thing with clients! If you're not in fear that you will get killed or seriously injured if you don't act than don't act!

[@ajosepi1976]

I had a neighbor who was problematic and I spoke to cops many times about him over the years. EVERY time I made sure to say I was concerned about him and worried he would do something bad. I NEVER said I wasn't worried. Fortunately nothing ever did happen, but I have a feeling that if even one time I said I wasn't worried it would have caused me problems. Also I never lied. I was worried about him. Glad he moved.

[@xmaTKDmma]

you never know in todays world. People snap and you gota always cover your own ass.

[@jcarne1015]

Thanks for yet another excellent informative and educational experience. You two are the best.

[@ArmedAttorneys]

Our pleasure!

[@huwhitecavebeast1972]

This "whoever calls first is the victim" protocol cops seem to have has to end. It is totally illogical and unjust.

[@Fivegunner]

The whole system is messed up. Facts should matter not who called first or how did you report shooting etc.

[@generaldecay8163]

I’m a private investigator specializing in criminal defense and the “he who calls the police first is the victim” bullshit is like a virus in law enforcement today. This new generation of police officer are the laziest and dumbest I’ve ever seen. It’s great for my business, but it’s absolutely horrible for our society.

[@crw4372]

Until it does end, which I doubt it will, you better be working within the existing rule-set or you'll get jacked up. Doesn't matter how unjust or illogical anything is. What matters is what you need to do to keep from getting the shaft because of it.

[@joejohnson4183]

Unfortunately IF there is NO physical evidence nor independent witnesses then it involves into a he said / she said and then that depends on who the officer believes . Especially in domestic violence cases the officer will make an arrest merely because they are afraid if they don't they will be complained on for not believing the woman or if the man returns at a later date and violence occurs they will be blamed for not doing anything , such as the case in Utah where the female was the aggressor but they wanted the cops to arrest the man , which they did not . Unfortunately the man later killed the woman . So that is why the first person to call usually is seen as the victim and the cops will make an arrest and say let the courts decide or make an arrest and let the DA decide all to cover their butts in this litigious society .

[@georgea6403]

Absolutely! Just like when a rat runs to the bosses at work. Weather you did nothing wrong at all. The jag offs are going to side with them most of the time. Damn. I’m so glad I’m retired. Actually that was the reason I left. Thankfully my back stab wounds have healed.

[@donavandean1078]

Great advice! Avoid conflicts, don't seek them.

[@mikecampingforfun5226]

I'm a retired detective and know exactly how the cops work and think. So the first words coming out of my mouth in a shooting incident is "I was afraid for my life and I want a lawyer.,"

[@ArmedAttorneys]

If you know, you know! Invaluable experience!

[@timunderbakke8756]

@Emmanuel Goldstein I guarantee the bird won’t help you later on.

[@thewaywardwind548]

You're a retired detective. Please enlighten us as to WHY the police and District Attorney are so hell-bent on putting innocent citizens into prison for defending themselves. My cousin shot an invader and ending up having to pay thousands to a lawyer to protect himself from the police who were working to charge him for shooting the invader. The invader lived and lied to the police about having been invited into my cousin's home where he was shot. The invader was black and my cousin is white and didn't know the invader. BUT the police went after my cousin for shooting the guy. My cousin said if something like that happens in the future, the invader will not be able to lie to the police.

[@hydrolito]

Best to avoid talking about it.

[@vFANGv]

@@thewaywardwind548 "Please enlighten us as to WHY the police and District Attorney are so hell-bent on putting innocent citizens into prison for defending themselves." Because the system has been infiltrated and corrupted by people (our "friends") who wish to destroy honest citizens and use the problem persons as bio-weapons/society destabilizers. Your explanation is a precise example of that.

[@jamesfriend481]

One thing about de-escalation is the way you go about it and realize that your de-escalation can be perceived by an aggressor as fear and emboldened him/ her even more.

[@VinceLoPresti1570]

Sounds like a y'all just gave an excellent lesson on common sense!! Great discussion once again! Thanks for all y'all do!

[@ArmedAttorneys]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@franknvamdur3-qi2dz]

Hope you are stable and doing well. Lion Frank

[@hoosierplowboy5299]

Well done, Richard and Emily! Good advice to keep out of the barred hotel...🙂

[@savethehumans7460]

Congratulations on your sponsorship, your set has never even been a thought of mine. Your content has always been fantastic. Thanks for the share AA.

[@mixter7x7]

Let's go the other way - Thank you for the time you take to explain both the factual law and citing case samples to glean working knowledge.

[@VerumAdPotentia]

"Brake-checking" an 80,000 lb vehicle is a good way to commit self-deletion...

[@vaughnslavin9784]

Thank you! What you present as common sense is probably a super power.

[@shaneshane1379]

Good stuff. People commonly have these problems. Listening to those who will defend you is an absolute blessing. Thank yall

[@johnwow4u]

Thanks, Emily and Richard!

[@ArmedAttorneys]

You bet John! Hope all is well!

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[@Mbartel500]

EXCELLENT information, some of the best self defense advice I have heard…thank you.

[@duanegomez7436]

It's a sad state of affairs that the criminals have more rights than a law abiding citizen 😢 but I will always protect myself and my family.

[@huwhitecavebeast1972]

Yes. F*ck the state.

[@BayouMaccabee]

No doubt, I'd much rather end up defending myself in court than for my wife, or one of our kids, or myself to be dead.

[@johnpollard4158]

They get free lawyers.

[@gmb5370]

I agree! YOU are your families first line of defense!

[@NoWr2Run]

@@BayouMaccabee 1,000% & I don't fire " WARNING SHOTS ".

[@richardalexander2660]

You guys made this channel, I like objective facts and appreciate all your efforts and information…respect!

[@apscheerer]

I just sat on a Voluntary Manslaughter jury where an off duty police officer was charged. Every avenue of attack from the prosecutor came directly from the post shooting interview with the investigating detective. He was not officially charged and arrested until 3 months later. If he had exercised his rights, he would have made his attorney’s job defending him a whole lot easier. My jury deadlocked and in his second trial, he was found not guilty.

[@vxy357]

That's good to hear.

[@steringp1434]

@@vxy357 Why do you automatically say that it's good to hear that he was found not guilty? What if the off duty cop was completely in the wrong? You do realize that off duty police officers (a not in uniform, regular person at that point) can and do get involved in shootings that are unjustified.

[@wayne8268]

@@steringp1434 blm freak

[@slappy8941]

The funny thing is that the cop would've done everything he could to jail a citizen for the same thing. The police are the enemy of the people.

[@Jcaeser187]

I like when cops are forced to stand trial for the things theyd arrest us for. I wish he was convicted, taste his own medicine

[@wvdave771]

Number one reason. Not burying the body deep enough

[@Hotcarl1]

Ayyyye

[@Mojo4884]

I used to like comedy but not since 2019. COVID, BIDEN, DEMOCRATS, INSANITY

[@papadan8468]

So glad to see your channel growing. You offer a lot of good info and bring up issues I wouldn't have thought about. Keep up the good work 👍

[@bodieb.1239]

You both have a very relaxing style and presence and a get to the point attitude which honestly is at least half the battle of trust. Thanks, Good Job

[@theghettogunfighter]

Another excellent video! As always, solid "real life" advice on how the court system actually works. Thanks again.

[@smokysantana]

Poor choice of user name if you ever have to defend yourself with a gun.

[@theghettogunfighter]

@@smokysantana You're funny. Have a good day.

[@smokysantana]

@@theghettogunfighter thanks. You too.

[@stephenbrown3929]

Great video keep up the great work! As long as Emily reads the adds I'll watch them all!

[@tangovue6840]

The fact that one can end up in the joint just for protecting oneself and loved is ABSOLUTELY INSANE

[@RidersRange]

All good info. I stress #4 to every Concealed Pistol class I teach. I also stress to not get "diarrhea of the mouth" to anyone, especially the police. BTW, your current set is just fine as it is. Nothing to distract from your message.

[@tlupold9]

Braggadocious…..what a great word!!! Lol. Love the channel…keep the videos coming!!

[@RaulGonzalez-zi8ix]

Fantastic information as always! Looking forward to the new changes.

[@ArmedAttorneys]

Can't wait!

[@mickeymorgan4672]

Emily makes the videos easy to watch. Don't change a thing.

[@richardcurrin7812]

Absolutely, she is beautiful

[@FreedomandBaconHomestead]

Thanks for the great info! Hearing direct from subject matter expert attorneys is WAY better than suggestions heard from others at the gun range.

[@jamesdr4256]

Thank you for sharing

[@mike9132]

Thank you for what you do for us!

[@markpaulin884]

Thank you for what you do!

[@candtdesignsandarms9617]

Thanks for everything you guys do. You always put out information that we need to know and topics we need to think about

[@greggpurviance7252]

Thanks for the great input!

[@Re1ardedHoon]

At this point i dont trust the system to give me a fair shake even if i did everything right. Non compliance and ruthless armed defense is the only way forward.

[@gyrsriddle]

Get some CCW insurance. It’s dirt cheap and could be a life saver.

[@starlacreationsco1550]

@@gyrsriddle I have u.s. law shield. They pay even if you are found guilty. I have heard other companies won't pay unless found innocent.

[@starlacreationsco1550]

Criminals get treated better than law abiding citizens.

[@DaveL9170]

@@starlacreationsco1550 totally UNTRUE. US Law Shield will absolutely demand reimbursement if you are found guilty. I have spoken to them at length about this issue.

[@caddhelpme]

Agreed. I will never be arrested to stand before the current unjust system. Good luck trying.

[@marknauman53]

Again, great post! Thank you for doing this.

[@michaelrlatronica9410]

Just curious...Massad Ayoob in his book "In the Gravest Extreme" advises not to use the word fear because it engenders the idea that you were not thinking clearly and acted irrationally. If my memory serves, he advises "I was deeply concerned for my life". I would be grateful for your views on this concept. Thanks.

[@huwhitecavebeast1972]

Why should someone be reasonable when they are defending their life? If the person wasn't afraid I'd then question if it was actually self defense.

[@Trashman702]

Mass says a lot of things you have to take with a grain of salt

[@rodvan-zeller6360]

@@Trashman702 Agreed, after all he is a cop, we know about the Wonderlic Cognitive Ability test score as hiring criteria.

[@DavidLLambertmobile]

Good point but you can be honest & be in fear for my life. Atty Mark Omera of Orlando FL advises saying you used Stand Your Ground. This shows you did NOT fire in a panic or a rage. If the PD or sheriff's deputies are honest, fair they will support your actions, claims.

[@Will-ql5db]

@@DavidLLambertmobile "If the PD or sheriff's deputies are honest," The police get promoted based on felony arrests, they have no problems railroading an innocent man if it benefits themselves. ALSO, they (and prosecutors) are EXTREMELY jealous of the power of using a firearm in self defense, they believe that ONLY they should be able to defend themselves with a firearm.

[@derekfeng1338]

Thank you! That's really good to know!

[@johnwatson9518]

"I reasonably believed I was about to be killed." Period.

[@RetiredBadge]

You both are fantastic.

[@darrensquier4079]

I was part of a murder case years ago where the shooter told us "I was not afraid of that SOB". That SOB, his own son, was wanting to kill him. Dad shot him (but wasn't afraid). Dad is now in prison for murder, no fear, no self defense.

[@hydrolito]

Well at least he is still alive not like the Mendez parents that are dead.

[@merlands1]

You folks are the best !

[@jedeckert9525]

Are you going to be selling any Emily calendars for 2023?

[@ArmedAttorneys]

🤔😉

[@Stephensry]

Excited to see the new set!

[@ColonelEmpire]

I disagree with reason #1. Courage is being afraid and going forward. Someone should not be charged when they fear for their life and they MUST take action to stop a threat.

[@Nethanel773]

Thank you for putting this up.

[@Kypreparedness]

ALWAYS call when there’s been a threat or attack, no matter how minor it may seem. It almost bit me in the rear in 2011/2012. It shows history of aggression/violence towards you by the other party involved

[@KnowYourRights-USA]

Great information

[@billcraig]

Richard said. "Don't talk to friends and family" about a self-defense incident. That does not include spouses, does it?

[@oklahomahank2378]

Yes, it does. Be very careful what you say.

[@Bluponi]

Smart and Beautiful... Thank you for all the great content. I wonder how many states have " Stand your ground " laws...

[@budscott1257]

When it comes to self defense I’m the law, judge and the executioner.

[@KickNojh.p1]

We are just grateful that you guys are very supportive of the 2nd amendment and protecting citizens.

[@peaceonearth8693]

Don't worry about the channel being easy to watch. Emily takes care of that department! 😉

[@Harleyever]

I'm quite happy with your "Red , White , & Blue " background 💙

[@scottdixon2697]

I'm not a felon, but I have a couple of misdemeanors. They denied me, and for the FBI to even look at my case I have to send them fingerprints (which are on record since I've been to jail) but they want them and my arrest record proving my case. What a load of shit, I don't know what to do.

[@Mojo4884]

Get a lawyer, do what they say.

[@ArmedAttorneys]

Sorry to hear about that Scott... we here about more erroneous denials every day! It may be best to consult with an attorney in your state.

[@nickbownz]

@@No-One-of-Consequence I cannot be held accountable for how I defend myself against this moronic comment

[@hummingbird_saltalamakia]

@@No-One-of-Consequence unnecessary. You know exactly what they mean. You're just being petty

[@NoWr2Run]

@@nickbownz NO SHIT, WTF ?

[@Put-God-first-2024]

Always good information here. I stand with the 2A community

[@TheCrewChief374]

I would believe a Duress Defense would be better than I was in fear of my life. Because after my close with nearly having to act in self Defense. The cops that showed after I called 911 said that they could not even use that they are in fear of their life. Although then they started talking about all the items on their batman belt. Which I only have a pistol that I carry with me in Oklahoma.

[@danielstuart3270]

Another awesome video. Thanks for this content. It's very helpful!

[@hubriswonk]

It would have been really nice if ya'll would have covered leaving the scene of the encounter after the use of deadly force. It very well may be unsafe to remain in that location after the use of deadly force for many reasons....how will that be twisted by the State?

[@jum5238]

I'd take pictures before leaving. No telling if someone will put the body on their property and blame you for it.

[@omartorres2125]

I subscribed. Keep up the good work.

[@brillowolf]

Is fear really necessary when you understand you’re in a life or death scenario? Some of us just aren’t built that way.

[@MK-ft3qt]

If you're in a life or death scenario would you get out of the situation if you could? If yes, then that's fear.

[@brillowolf]

@@MK-ft3qt having respect for a situation and dealing with it is not the same as being afraid of it. I have a fear of spiders and kill them without provocation. Is that fear rational? No. Did the spider take any action other than being in my sight? No. Different people have different tolerances for fear. Therefore in situations as these, fear cannot be the determining factor for innocence. Fear for your life is a feeling, knowing your life is in jeopardy is an assessment. I’m not sure if I could live with myself knowing I made a potentially irrational decision out of fear that ended someone’s life. Far better position to know that I understood the situation and acted out of courage to defend myself.

[@justinsidervag8008]

Years ago I stopped by a friend's building under construction while he was away ( he asked me to ) A cop stopped to see what I was doing . I explained about thefts and the owner wanted me there. He says " ok , but remember this , if something happens , .......it's better if I only have 1 story to listen to "

[@oldnight4572]

In Bradford County it depends on your race and skin color. Then they place cops in training in the same cell to befriend you to see if your telling the truth or not. Best just not talking about it to cell mate,anyone,over all recorded phone calls( none are private even speaking to your Lawyers/Attorneys) or letters and visits..

[@ArmchairRamb0]

Top shelf content. Thank you. Whether or not you're a willing participant is the key. Why would you? Let it go.

[@ironhorseman8768]

In the Texas case example would it have been appropriate to yell at the burglars informing them that you called the police and they're on their way? You don't have to remove yourself from cover and it may scare the burglars off.

[@MikeNaples]

Raising your voice (yelling) at some suspected burglars might be considered aggressive and hostile to a jury. Best hide under a bed and keep quiet until they're done. Besides, it's not your property being stolen.

[@NoWr2Run]

@@MikeNaples HORN did the right thing.

[@ironhorseman8768]

@@MikeNaples Doing nothing is not a viable option for me. It may not be my property, but it is my neighbor's/friend's property and we need to stand up for them when they're not around. Not standing up for other upstanding citizens is what got us in the mess we're in now.

[@robertborcherding9085]

It took a hot minute, but I just realized that you convinced me that sitting through future commercials was for my benefit. Nice job! OH!!! And great content by the way.

[@wvdave771]

So here in wv we have legislation in line with "stand your ground " law albeit not actually named that The jist is , you do not have to wait to be harmed to defend yourself , you are not required to retreat. You only need a legal reason for being there So if someone enters your property and has a weapon , threatens you with it and advances towards you , you have a legal right to preemptively dispatch the threat with reasonable force Years ago they had to have a portion of their body in your home , a foot , a arm in the window , you could relieve them of said appendage leaving them to scary off the property Obviously the measure taken had to be in line with the threat , simple trespass would not justify a shooting , trespass with a weapon and threats yes

[@ManuelLopez-li7in]

Thanks for the info

[@ArmedAttorneys]

Any time!

[@niallstallard5936]

Enjoy the video, keep it up. Very Analytical, these recommendations would be normal behavior for “Vulcans”. Problem is most of us here are humans and our emotions can/do get the best of us if we let them. Leaving Cover/Concealment could be perceived as switching from defense to offense. Lot’s of stupid drivers, practice defensive driving, don’t chase, let things slide. Way I see it, being in Fear f my life doesn’t say I’m controlled by my fear. If someone takes active action, then their actions trigger my fear and my fear triggers various defense responses in proportion to the threat. Calling 911 after the fact, especially when you resolved the problem may be a pain, that said, it sets up a foundation just in case. It also may help the police in other unsolved cases.

[@bobbycorrigan7969]

I love you guys & gals, keep up the good work, love from Maine, stay safe. 🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@tobylopez445]

I am 75 yrs old, I am an Army Veteran of 1966/1969 and I have had a carry permit for over 50yrs. there have been many times in my life when I was treated like cow manure and called multiple dirty words by people that had nothing better to do with their lives, but I got myself educated on weapons laws and the use of deadly force and have all the knowledge that I need to NOT ever Brandish my weapon or feel lesser of a man because I took the verbal abuse and walked away because I don't have to prove myself as a man to nobody, I did that when I joined the military during the Vietnam war. my weapon is with me to preserve life, not to make me into Doc Holiday or Wyatt Earp. it is only with me to keep me or a third party safe from deadly force or imminent danger of grave bodily harm. an Idiot that thinks he is a big shot because he thinks he has had the best of you doesn't know that when you had the courage to walk away, you just blessed him with another day of living because of your self-control and not forgetting that your weapon is only to stay alive in fear of death. not for petty situations of life which could get you put in jail as a criminal. so, please be safe and educate yourselves! if you don't have self-control! then maybe a weapon is not right for you.

[@jamesburns2232]

Here's something the liberal media doesn't want you to know. Fact: No Concealed Carry Permit CCP holder has ever used a gun in a crime. 🤠

[@glennwatson3313]

I heard a Navy SEAL say the same thing. He said if anyone wanted to fight him and squared off he would literally run away. This is man who has nothing to prove. Its a bit harder for young men though.

[@flexyracer]

All are good tips! Thanks!

[@garyandtricia1]

What if there's a situation where there's a conflict, and you don't know if the other person left or went to get a weapon. Are you safe to follow until you determine that the threat is gone? That fear of not knowing if you're safe is real too.

[@NoWr2Run]

Depends what the " CONFLICT INVOLVED " & NO DON'T FOLLOW.

[@dtmelanson]

Production value is fine. But your content is what brings us back again and again.

[@DaveL9170]

The HORN case especially proves the point. He was SUPER DUMB for leaving his cover and protection of his own home. He went looking for the trouble and found it!!!!! No, none of us want our stuff stolen. However, that’s nowhere near as bad as getting into a shooting on another’s property when he could have simply sat there nice and safely. He made a very bad decision. Very bad!!

[@BigJon410]

Yep. you also risk being shot by the cops! How do the responding officers know who the good and bad guys are all they will see is the gun in your hand. Plus only the police have qualified immunity.

[@JoseyWales44s]

A bad decision due to the topsy-turvy world we find ourselves living in.

[@huwhitecavebeast1972]

I could not disagree more. Trouble came to a property he was tasked to look out for. Your mentality is exactly the problem. If someone is engaged in breaking and entering and burglary and you confront them you do not lose your right to self defense! The burglars are in the wrong and they don't have the right to attack you with impunity. Everything you said is complete nonsense.

[@NoWr2Run]

@@huwhitecavebeast1972 1,000% DON'T BE A SHEEP, YOU MIGHT JUST BE NEXT. HE SHOULD HAVE GOT A MEDAL & A PARADE.

[@michaelpiwcewicz1412]

GOOD JOB

[@jerrybaskerville6738]

Excellent advice

[@laughingdog6010]

Thanks for your expertise in the self defense realm. Love you guys

[@michaelhallas6450]

Very well Explained

[@edgabel6814]

Thanks for #4.

[@davidtexas1638]

Good info .Thanks guys

[@greenman7yyy]

Thank you.

[@moisesaristy8572]

Thank you very much.

[@josephtucciarone6878]

Thank you for the tips.

[@ttc.o4007]

Good advice, a road rage incident where someone nearly collided with me, after Honking the horn, he turned to follow but I was able to do some evasive driving as I knew the short cuts and the idiot drove right past w/o seeing me. That's the smart thing to do if all possible

[@frankmoralesiii6908]

Great information. God forbid if I am ever in a self defense situation and if I come out of it intack that I first dial 911, second dial for a lawyer through my self defense insurance company. Then shut up when law enfrocement shows up and wait for my defense attorney.

[@vincentkosik403]

You have helped me understand the law thanks

[@TravisDawkins]

Wow I love this channel!

[@Greg3070]

This is some of the best advice I have heard on line. I am retired law enforcement and it amazes me how many people can't accept, "Being afraid" is exactly what you must be to use your gun. I have been there in an official capacity and I had the benefit of legal counsel immedately, so I said things perfectly. But on your own, paying for every mistake with your money and freedom, you need to know these things. Honestly for police it's usually anger and fear all mixed into one. You are scared to death, but also angry as hell for them putting into this position. I believe anger is a reaction to fear, so it's not really a separate emotion, but you want to ensure that you convey that the reason you used that deadly force was out of fear, not out of anger. Juries are not psychologists, so they won't likely understand when you use the wrong term out of emotion. Also police have a justifiable reason to be there, most citizens do not. So keep that in mind when you react. You have every right to be in your driveway at 3am chasing away a car thief, but the jury can convict you and send you to prison as well. A reason why dogs are such a good addition to any home. A dog bite lawsuit is covered by your homeowners insurance, your shooting is probably not. Most likely a criminal would run when he sees the dog, which is better for you. Let the police find this fool. Your personal risk is just to great!

[@davidhammond8098]

Thank you for your channel

[@robnaquin7734]

Great info. Thx for what you're doing. Emily, where can I get that mug?

[@Me2Lancer]

Thanks again for all you do to prepare citizens on how to prepare for difficult, challenging situations.

[@eugenetreadway7164]

Great job as always.

[@jcoats150]

Thanks.