1. In a 2006 CNN report, Minneapolis ranked in the top 25 most dangerous cities in the US.

2. Using excessive force to defend yourself could result in criminal charges.

3. When selecting a firearm, size, weight and caliber are considerations to keep in mind.

4. In the state of Minnesota, the permit-to-carry class is not the place to learn how to shoot.

5. Beyond a reasonable doubt would suggest 75% to 99% certainty.

6. 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.

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. Self defense law has evolved over hundreds of years and continues to evolve even today

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

10. No in-depth details regarding your actions during a self-defense shooting should be given to law enforcement. Only discuss the actions of the person or persons that attacked you.

11. Patches, cleaning rod, soft cloth, cleaning rod attachments, small brush, bore cleaner, bore brush and gun oil are not examples of the items used to clean a firearm.

12. The levels of proof are: Mere suspicion, articulable suspicion, probable cause, preponderance of the evidence and beyond a reasonable doubt

13. According to the National Rifle Association, more than 2 million assaults are prevented each year by making a potential attacker aware that the would-be victim is carrying a firearm.

14. 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.

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

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