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You'll Have to Shoot Me”: Homeowner Does Just That During Tense Break-In
HANLEY HILLS, MO — In the early hours of September 17, 2024, a man was shot by a homeowner after breaking into a residence in Hanley Hills and threatening the family inside. The intruder, Cedric Marshall, 38, has been charged with first-degree burglary and fourth-degree assault following the incident. According to the North County Police Cooperative, officers responded to a…
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Police: Homeowner Warned Intruder He Was Armed Before Fatal Shooting During Break-In Attempt – USA Carry
Key Takeaways A homeowner in Somerset Township shot and killed an alleged intruder early Sunday morning during an attempted break-in. The incident occurred around 2:05 a.m. when loud banging and a demand for entry woke the homeowner. After warning the intruder that he was armed, the homeowner shot the man…
Why “Reasonable Belief” Can Decide a Self-Defense Case – USA Carry
Key Takeaways Fear alone can’t justify deadly force in self-defense; belief in imminent danger must be reasonable. Lesson 5 of the 36 Lessons for Armed Defenders emphasizes the importance of reasonable belief in self-defense claims. Real-life cases illustrate how complicated self-defense situations can become when analyzed later by courts. Jurors…
New York Lawmakers Introduce Bill Requiring Graphic Warning Images in Gun Stores – USA Carry
Key Takeaways New York lawmakers proposed legislation requiring graphic warning posters in gun stores and with firearm licenses. The bills, Senate Bill S9334 and Assembly Bill A10485, aim to address health and safety risks of firearm ownership. Gun stores must display these warnings clearly, with penalties for noncompliance reaching $10,000…
Georgia Senate Passes SB572 to Strengthen Self-Defense Protections and Expand Civil Immunity for Lawful Use of Force – USA Carry
Key Takeaways Georgia Senate passed SB572 to strengthen legal protections for self-defense use of force. The bill introduces a presumption that defensive force is reasonable under specific legal conditions. SB572 maintains existing limits on self-defense claims and expands protections against civil lawsuits. The legislation allows evidence of abuse in self-defense…
Virginia Legislature Passes Bill Banning Sale and Purchase of “Assault Firearms” and Magazines Over 15 Rounds – USA Carry
Key Takeaways Virginia Senate Bill 749 bans the purchase, sale, and transfer of certain firearms defined as ‘assault firearms.’ The law imposes penalties including Class 1 misdemeanors for violations involving assault firearms and “large capacity magazines.” It includes exceptions for government agencies, law enforcement, and individuals who owned affected firearms…
The Effectiveness of Scaled Dry Fire Targets – USA Carry
Key Takeaways Many beginner shooters struggle to translate dry fire practice to live fire results due to various issues. Using a shot timer helps record performance speed and improves skill assessment during training. Scaled targets simulate real distances in small training spaces, enhancing depth perception and accuracy. Shooters have several…