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Information last updated:  November 2024

Here are some of my favorite links:

The Law of Self Defense


Attorney Andrew Branca's Indispensable Guide for the Armed Citizen!


An absolute MUST read for anyone who wants to know the truth about the laws governing use of force in self defense/defense of others.


Andrew explains legal principles and processes in plain English. He covers in great detail the 5 Elements of Legal Self Defense. How to interact with the police after a defensive encounter. And, how to build a Legally Sound Defense Strategy. 

Also accessible from this link are the Law of Self Defense Seminars. State specific live seminars are available online. Andrew is making these seminars available on DVD as well. And, he is working on more avenues to make this information as available to as many people as possible.

OK, so, as Andrew says: "You have a gun so you're hard to kill...know the Law of Self Defense so you're hard to convict!" I would add that you would be hard charge because you should know enough about the legalities of the use of deadly force for defensive purposes.


Let's go a step further! Let's look at legal defense in the aftermath of a situation where you were forced to defend yourself, and others. Think about "Self Defense Legal Insurance". The financial cost of defending yourself will be ASTRONOMICAL! Think HUNDREDS of Thousands to MILLIONS! Here are a few programs to consider:

United States Concealed Carry Association


The United States Concealed Carry Association (USCCA) offers its members multiple insurance backed benefits, emergency resources and training tools including:

Civil Suit Defense and Damage Protection

100% Up-Front Attorney Retainer and Criminal Defense Protection

24/7/365 Access to the USCCA Critical Response Team

Personal Hardship Coverage

All Legal Weapons Coverage

Up-Front Bail Bond Funding

Psychological Support Funding

Wage Compensation While in Civil Court

Expert Witness Coordination

Interrogation and Grand Jury Protection

Attorney Counseling by the USCCA Legal Advisory Board

Firearm Theft Liability Coverage

Local Attorney Coordination

Member-Only Deals and Discounts

Online Library and Article Vault

Subscription to the Concealed Carry Magazine

       Access to the Member Dashboard Including

       Access to your account

       Exclusive Member Discounts

       Digital issues of your Concealed Carry Magazine PLUS access to every issue published since 2004!

       Complete USCCA Law Network Attorney List

       Member-Only Training Library

And, a 365-Day 100% Money-Back Bulletproof guarantee!

U. S. Law Shield


U.S. Law Shield is a Firearms Legal Defense Program. US Law Shield if not a law Firm. All legal services are provided by independent, third-party program attorneys who are part of the Firearms Legal Defense Program. Membership in the program offers legal protection benefits. Please, see the website for explanations of those benefits. Here are a few: 

U.S. Law Shield of North Carolina

24/7 Emergency Hotline + Access to Independent Firearms Program Attorney


Legal Defense, Criminal and Civil

       Zero Attorney' Fees for Covered Events

       No Caps, No Limits, No Deductibles

       Not a Reimbursement Scheme


Education -Know The Law

      Gun Law Seminars and Workshops

      Updates and Publications on Critical Gun Law


Includes Coverage for ALL Legal Weapons


State Coverage $10.95 per month (1 Adult)/$21.90 (2 Adults)

Multi-Sates (ALL 50 States) $2.95 per month Per Adult

Minor Child Add-Ons $2.00 per month Per Household

Please, use the promo code: htmft

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CCW SAFE has several plans for CCW, non-CCW, Veterans and First Responders, LEOSA, etc. Please go to their website at ccwsafe.com/HTMFT for more information. I highly recommend this program!

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CCW Safe evolved out of a desire to offer the general public the same caring, full service that police officers receive when they've acted in self- defense in the line of duty. Since 2011, we have worked to extend that care and personal attention to every member that experiences the trauma associated with acting in self- defense to protect yourself and your family.

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Proper Defense is Essential
Innocent people end up in jail who could not afford a proper defense. Most people believe if they are truly innocent in a self- defense incident, they will retain their freedom. Unfortunately, the dollar amount to defend a deadly force case would put most people into bankruptcy. CCW Safe ensures that the proper legal defense is made available so that financial ruin can be avoided, and you can retain your freedom.

 

Right Coverage, Right Expertise
Holistic coverage matters for the worst moment of your life When you have had to defend yourself or your family, it is a traumatic event that can impact your life on both a personal and professional level. Knowing that you have a team of experts ready to activate for your defense brings peace of mind
and a good night's sleep. We take a holistic approach with our experienced homicide investigators and top legal counsel bringing their insights to your case immediately while also addressing the emotional and mental side with added peer support and licensed psychologists for both you and your family.

 

Care & Personal Attention
We take a personal approach in defending your case, because we've been there. Our founder has experienced the trauma of acting in self- defense along with the aftermath, so he understands what it
feels like to experience the worst moment in your life. His mission, along with all of CCW Safe, is to ensure that the right resources and expertise are brought to bear to address our members holistically  emotionally, physically, and financially in the event of a self- defense incident. We take a very personal approach and treat you like we would treat a family member involved in the same traumatic event.

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Value Proposition

CCW Safe exists for those that believe in the right to defend them selves and their family. We provide the only holistic coverage with deep expertise for those who have acted in self- defense, addressing the member and their family with not only legal defense, but also physical, financial, and emotional support. We treat you like family because we have walked in your shoes and understand what it is like to experience the worst moment of your life with a traumatic self- defense incident.

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RANGES:

 

Wake County Shooting Range is managed by the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission. It is indoors and free! While you're looking at this site, take a look at the other WRC ranges around the state!

 

Eagle1 Supply Company is in N. Raleigh. They have an indoor range and retail store. The only training I see on their website is for concealed carry. 

 

Wake Firearms Training is located in Apex. They're offering a variety of classes.

 

Triangle Shooting Academy is located in the Briar Creek area. They have an indoor shooting range, retail facility, rental program, café, etc.

 

Personal Defense Handgun Safety Center/Go Shoot in South Raleigh is another retail facility with an indoor range.

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