1. Anytime a firearm is used defensively, regardless of whether or not a shot is fired, it is important to notify the police as soon as it is safe to do so. The reason for this is the fact that the would-be criminal might decide to call 911 to report that someone (you) just pulled a gun on him. Generally, the first person to call 911 is the victim.

2. According to the NRA, firearms and ammunition should be store separately and firearms should always be stored unloaded.

3. In Minnesota, posted private establishments can prevent permit holders from carrying a firearm within their business.

4. When asked by a law enforcement officer if you are armed, in Minnesota you do not have to answer that question.

5. Minnesota statute 609.065 specifically covers the justifiable taking of human life.

6. You cannot claim self-defense if the shooting was an accident or a mistake.

7. Minnesota does not have a statute related to "Negligent Storage of Firearms"

8. After defending yourself with a firearm outside your home, select the option(s) that you should NOT do or say when the police arrive.

9. There are two types of handguns: Revolvers and short barrel rifles.

10. Regarding the color codes of awareness, if you are at condition red, there is a greater than 50% certainty that your life is in danger.

11. If you are attacked by someone with superior fighting skills, disparity of force can exist. The challenge is you must know your attacker possesses these skills at the time of the attack.

12. For target shooting, look for expensive name brand ammunition that is corrosive.

13. Conversations with your attorney are privileged and generally cannot be disclosed to law enforcement. This is not the case when discussing matters with friends or family.

14. Reciprocity is what you have when states do not honor each others permit to carry a firearm.

15. Self-defense is not an affirmative defense.

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