Introduction It is the absolute worst-case scenario. You were forced to draw your firearm and pull the trigger to save your life. The immediate threat is over, your heart is pounding out of your chest, and your adrenaline is surging. Now, you have to pick up the phone and dial 911. What you say in…
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Introduction You’re driving down the road when those flashing blue lights appear behind you. As you pull over, you remember your firearm is securely tucked away in the glove box, the center console, or holstered on your hip. Your heart starts pounding—not because you’re doing anything illegal, but because you aren’t sure what the rules…
Continue reading ›Introduction Tennessee is a gun-friendly state. But what happens when you are lawfully carrying a firearm and get pulled over? Do you have to tell the officer? Can police take your gun? Can carrying a firearm turn a routine traffic stop into a criminal investigation? These are questions I hear all the time. The Short…
Continue reading ›A recent case out of Middle Tennessee highlights how quickly a situation can turn into serious federal charges. According to reports, a man in nearby Springfield is now facing federal charges after allegedly firing a gun from his back porch and threatening to kill a woman. This type of case is more common than people…
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