by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Apr 10, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use
I handled about 4000 eviction appearances in the early nineties, many of them emotional, at times involving women who might be described as battle-axes, but these were court appearances and I rarely had to go out on premises and never did I encounter an actual...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Apr 10, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use
A Fresno man said having a concealed weapons permit saved his life.Police said the man was attacked by a man with a knife, who possibly tried to rob him. The suspect, however, soon found out he messed with the wrong person. Source: Attacker runs away after...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Apr 7, 2016 | Family Protection, Firearm Legacy, News & Commentary
If attacked, do you want to be Victor or Victim? At SacredHonor.US, we hate it when people die embarrassed. And at Protect.FM, we believe good estate plans protect families. We make it easy for your family to attain the comfort of skill at arms. David R. Duringer, JD,...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Apr 7, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use, Firearm Training
If attacked, do you want to be Victor or Victim? At SacredHonor.US, we hate it when people die embarrassed. And at Protect.FM, we believe good estate plans protect families. We make it easy for your family to attain the comfort of skill at arms. David R. Duringer, JD,...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Apr 6, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use
The above video is very instructive. You would think a drawn gun would stop someone with a knife, but some people want to die (“suicide by cop”) or are just plain nuts. [An armed citizen may encounter such a situation — I did several years ago when a...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Apr 6, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use
L-U-C-K-Y. Armed Dad better. A 51-year-old city man incapacitated one of three suspects after being shot during a home invasion and robbery Monday night near Rosemary Drive and Aurora Street, according to Rochester police.Capt. Mark Wiater said that around...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Apr 6, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use
Police said a loss prevention officer made contact with Solis in the parking lot and he tried to flee. However, the loss prevention officer was able to catch him and the two became involved in a struggle. During the struggle, police said a second suspect went...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Apr 5, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use
Jacobsen said they are known to each other and the sheriff’s department believes this to be a robbery attempt for narcotics. Jacobsen added they do not believe that the homeowner is dealing narcotics. The man is an older gentleman who uses prescription...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Apr 5, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use
Some will use this case to argue against open carry. Deterrence didn’t work, did it? No, but no one claims deterrence will always work. An open carrier must be prepared to retain the weapon or use a backup weapon of some sort (lots of options, including a...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Apr 5, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use
News Channel 8 reporter Lindsey Mastis and photographer Malik Parler were driving to another story when they saw a man with his hands up, and another man with a handgun pointed at him outside the Culbreath Chapel at 302 Kennedy Blvd. Source: News Channel 8 there as...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Apr 4, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use
WTOC-TV: Savannah, Beaufort, SC, News, Weather & Sports He said the two suspects fired at him and in return he fired back. The suspects then ran from the home and no one was injured.Blake says his gun saved his life, and all law-abiding citizens should consider...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Apr 3, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use
If attacked, do you want to be Victor or Victim? At SacredHonor.US, we hate it when people die embarrassed. And at Protect.FM, we believe good estate plans protect families. We make it easy for your family to attain the comfort of skill at arms. David R. Duringer, JD,...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 31, 2016 | Firearm Training
The safest way to secure a firearm in the bathroom is with the use of a barrel post. Some shooting ranges—including Gunsite—have these caliber-specific posts mounted on the restroom walls and they allow you to slide the gun into a safe position so you can perform your...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 31, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use
A little training can avoid a lot of headache: “I called out, ‘What are are you doing in my home,’” she told KTVT on Monday.She said she then grabbed her gun and fired at a man police have identified as Saul Guzman, 21, until she had no more bullets. The other...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 31, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use
CHICAGO (WLS) — A man whose father was shot in a home invasion more than 50 years ago, shot a would-be burglar who was breaking into his elderly mother’s South Shore apartment early Thursday.The shooter’s mother, Bertha Tate, 88, said she has kept a...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 30, 2016 | Firearm Legacy, Firearm Training, News & Commentary
“I think I need to learn how to shoot a gun. Can you help me?”Whether it’s coming from a friend, colleague or family member, these are the words that everyone who loves the shooting sports should be thrilled to hear. It can be hard for someone who...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 28, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use
A group of three men approached a taco stand in Los Angeles, Calif. and attempted to rob the business. An employee of the taco stand responded to the threat by retrieving a gun and firing at the thieves, striking one and causing his accomplices to flee. The wounded...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 26, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use
Stupid criminal must not have seen the “We don’t dial 911” sign over the front door: “He broke in through the baby’s window, ok, and when he was coming out the door, my sister was coming out her bedroom door, he aimed and shot at her first and then...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 25, 2016 | Firearm Legacy, Firearm Training, News & Commentary
If attacked, do you want to be Victor or Victim? At SacredHonor.US, we hate it when people die embarrassed. And at Protect.FM, we believe good estate plans protect families. We make it easy for your family to attain the comfort of skill at arms. David R. Duringer, JD,...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 25, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use
You have a gun for home defense. Okay. Do you also have a DOJ-approved crystal ball for predicting when the attack will happen? CARRY ALL THE TIME. The brother saw the initial victim face down on the floor with a gun pointed at him. So, the brother then ran...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 25, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use
Four men were charged Monday with aggravated burglary after the woman, who has a concealed carry license, singlehandedly captured two of them, holding them at gunpoint until deputies arrived. …. Soon after the two suspects were captured, a visiting great...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 25, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use
An armed man got more than he bargained for Sunday night when he tried to rob a Richmond bar and ended up dodging bullets as he made his escape. Source: UPDATE: Patron fired gun at robbery suspect If attacked, do you want to be Victor or Victim? At...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 25, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use
Late this morning, Odems heard repeated knocking at her door. She looked through the peephole and saw a man she did not know. She grew concerned and retreated to a closet in her bedroom armed with a .357 revolver. As Odems was on the phone with a 911...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 25, 2016 | Firearm Legacy, News & Commentary
View More: Politics News|Live News|More News Videos MARCH 25, 2016, 8:14 AM|There is a new twist on some classic fairy tales, courtesy of the National Rifle Association. On the NRA Family website, the organization is sharing new endings to “Hansel and...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 24, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use
Two issues raised by the following excerpt — disparity of force as justification for defensive fire; importance of carrying all the time, even at home: Noting that the unknown intruder or intruders “were a lot bigger than me and they were probably...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 24, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use
The father told police that he heard someone knock on his door, according to the news station. He didn’t recognize the men so he and his son went upstairs. Moments later, when the father heard the intruders burst through the front door, he grabbed his son and...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 23, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use
THREE MEN APPROACHED THIS STORE AND DEMANDED HER PURSE. BUT INSTEAD OF HANDING IT OVER SHE PULLED OUT A GUN AND THREATENED TO SHOOT THEM. Source: Robbery foiled when woman pulls gun on bad guys | Oklahoma City – OKC – KOCO.com If attacked, do you...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 23, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use, Firearm Legacy
SOUTH PRAIRIE, Wash. — A Pierce County man says someone tried to break into his home twice in one week. But the second time, his 15-year-old son scared them off with a rifle. Source: Would-be burglars scared off by teenager with rifle at Pierce County home | Q13...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 22, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use
After clearing malfunction — way to stay in the fight! If attacked, do you want to be Victor or Victim? At SacredHonor.US, we hate it when people die embarrassed. And at Protect.FM, we believe good estate plans protect families. We make it easy for your family...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 22, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use
According to police, the suspects rang the doorbell of the woman’s home last Wednesday, but the resident decided not to answer. Likely assuming no one was home, the men went around to the side of the house, entered the screened in porch and kicked in the...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 21, 2016 | Firearm Legacy
Once upon a time, Hansel and Gretel lived with their parents in a cabin near the woods. Times were tough and, like most in their village, their family was struggling to make ends meet. One night, the siblings overheard their parents talking, worried about making it...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 20, 2016 | Firearm Legacy, Firearm Training, News & Commentary
KOAA.com | Continuous News | Colorado Springs and Pueblo COLORADO CITY -Students at Craver Middle School in Colorado City spent the past two days learning everything about safely handling guns — where they’ve come from, why we have them, and how to shoot...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 20, 2016 | Family Protection, Firearm Legacy, Firearm Training
Well, I just wrapped up another weekend at our local gun show, giving lots of free legal advice and informing my neighbors about the many benefits of having a gun trust as part of a complete estate plan, and that a gun trust is the only effective way to carry on the...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 20, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use
One of the victims, who has a valid Texas handgun license, drew his weapon and pointed it at the suspects. The suspects fled, and the victims went inside and asked store employees to call the police. Source: Tyler Morning Telegraph – Licensed handgun...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 20, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use, Firearm Training
If attacked, do you want to be Victor or Victim? At SacredHonor.US, we hate it when people die embarrassed. And at Protect.FM, we believe good estate plans protect families. We make it easy for your family to attain the comfort of skill at arms. David R. Duringer, JD,...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 19, 2016 | Firearm Legacy, News & Commentary
If attacked, do you want to be Victor or Victim? At SacredHonor.US, we hate it when people die embarrassed. And at Protect.FM, we believe good estate plans protect families. We make it easy for your family to attain the comfort of skill at arms. David R. Duringer, JD,...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 19, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use
He was assaulted by a mob of 15 to 30 young men gambling on his driveway. They threw rocks and jabbed a stick at his face, striking him just below his left eye.“With one of my older neighbors, who knows what would have happened,” Chang said.Chang’s wife also has a...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 19, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use
Hampton Police Public Information Officer Ashley Jenrette said, “The victim did fear for his safety. He was cooperative. He called 911, he remained on scene so officers could speak with him…he will not be charged.” Source: PD: 71-year-old victim shoots teen during...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 18, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use, Firearm Training
If attacked, do you want to be Victor or Victim? At SacredHonor.US, we hate it when people die embarrassed. And at Protect.FM, we believe good estate plans protect families. We make it easy for your family to attain the comfort of skill at arms. David R. Duringer, JD,...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 18, 2016 | Family Protection, News & Commentary
Except in a very few states (like California), shall-issue rules for concealed carry permits are old news and no longer exciting. The new trend is to allow permitless carry, open or concealed: If you’re not aware of the movement underway across the United States to...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 18, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use
Rather than “law-abiding” we’ll just use “peaceable” to describe this family; glad they defended themselves: Deputies said a mother, father, and adult son were inside this home off Franklin Road when several people pulled up in a...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 18, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use
Suspect apparently killed one lady in a home invasion, and then three hours later attempted a second home invasion: Police say Trent Ames was asleep in his mother’s home on County Road 9, just south of Fouke, Ark., when he reportedly was awakened by...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 16, 2016 | Family Protection, News & Commentary
The massacre of Christians continues, often with guns. What if Christian parents actually shot back? Suspected al Qaeda terrorists shot dead a five-year-old boy who fell to his knees and prayed for his life during a terror attack on a tourist resort in Ivory Coast,...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 16, 2016 | Archived, Firearm Legacy, News & Commentary
News reports like the video above portray Obama’s nomination of “centrist” Merrick Garland to fill Justice Scalia’s vacant seat on the Supreme Court as some sort of reasonable outreach by Obama to the Senate. “Above politics” indeed...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 15, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use
The victim asked to remain anonymous, but he did share his account of what happened. “That’s why I pulled the gun and tapped the window to let him know, I’ve got a gun. And then he took the advice and jumped back over the rail and got out of...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 15, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use
You can get killed trying to detain a criminal, but Mr. Corral had no choice here with five kids at home: The homeowner, Arthur Corral, said there were five children, including a 5-month-old baby, in the home when he came face to face with the intruder. Corral said he...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 15, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use
L-U-C-K-Y (should have been carrying): A 29-year-old Minot woman stopped an attempted burglary at her home by confronting the man with a handgun after he had hit her in the face and knocked her down a stairway in her home in northeast Minot. ….The suspect...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 14, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use
APPLE VALLEY, Calif. (KABC) — A person of interest in the murder of an elderly Apple Valley couple was identified on Thursday as the suspect killed by a Torrance jewelry store owner during an attempted robbery.Authorities said 20-year-old Keon Bailey, of...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 14, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use
Before he was shot and killed near a Southeast Albuquerque ATM last month, 24-year-old Tyler Lackey, a recently discharged Army veteran, pulled a gun on the man who was attempting to rob him, according to documents released Thursday.Lackey apparently was trying...
by Dave Duringer - Protective Law Corp | Mar 14, 2016 | Defensive Gun Use, Family Protection
Mad dog mean combat mindset. Clint Eastwood would be proud. Some people should not have guns. Some people don’t need them, apparently! Clayton Cramer did a study some years ago showing that victims actually disarmed attackers more often than the other way...