1. The element of "Preclusion" allows you to stand-your-ground without a duty to retreat.

2. AOJ-P is short for Ability, Opportunity, Jeopardy and Preclusion. If all four elements are satisfied, the use of deadly force is generally authorized. The AOJ-P analysis is used to identify a real threat and imminence of the danger being faced.

3. Travelers need to know the rules of the road before heading to another state with firearms.

4. 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.

5. When carrying a firearm and stopped by a law enforcement officer, do not make sudden movements or pull out the firearm to show it to the officer.

6. Select all the general body responses one may experience when in a deadly encounter.







7. Pertinent information for the 911 operator would include: (1) Full name; (2) Location / address; (3) I was attacked and I had to defend myself

8. In the State of Minnesota, your Permit to Carry information is available in the Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) database e.g. part of your driver license information or vehicle registration information.

9. It is generally believed that the first person to call 911 is the victim.

10. Semi-automatics are generally considered to be less complicated to operate than revolvers.

11. Never surrender your firearm to anyone other than a uniformed police officer or security guard.

12. When using your firearm to protect yourself, you will always have the time for proper stance and sight alignment.

13. Police are not legally liable for failing to protect individual citizens, only the community at large.

14. Self-defense is not an affirmative defense.

15. In order to help retain and maintain control of your firearm throughout a self-defense scenario, you can keep your gun in one hand and close to your body and utilize your free hand to block your attacker.

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