1. When attacked by three or more assailants, disparity of force clearly exists. With two against one, it most likely will come down to a judgment call as to whether or not the two attackers represent enough of an overwhelming force to justify the use of deadly force for self-defense. It is important to note that should you disable one of two attackers or two of three attackers, your use of deadly force must generally stop because now disparity of force (force in numbers) no longer exists.
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2. Never use deadly force against another unless you are in fear of immediate death or great bodily harm, you are innocent, you are a reluctant participant in the altercation, no opportunity to retreat or avoid the use of deadly force exists and your use of deadly force will not put innocent bystanders in jeopardy.
3. Using the Kimber 1911 as an example, this gun is carried safely in a cocked and locked fashion.
4. 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.
5. Properly documenting your training (formal and informal) is important so that you can prove in court that you had specific knowledge at the time of the shooting.
6. 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.
7. You should not approach the person you have just shot because this person may still be dangerous and faking injury to gain the upper hand.
8. Regarding the color codes of awareness, when outside the home, you should be at condition yellow (aware of your surroundings)
9. Training, reading and visualization through what-if scenarios can help you be more prepared should you ever have to defend yourself.
10. Some states have "shall issue” permit laws while other states have "may issue” permit laws. The difference is, in "shall issue” states, the agency in question must issue your permit to carry a firearm if you pass the background check and/or pass other specific parameters established by law. For states with a "may issue” permit law, it is at the complete discretion of law enforcement (or some other governmental agency) as to whether or not you should be issued a permit to carry a firearm.
11. Do not rely on others to call 911 for you; call yourself so your call is documented (recorded) and to ensure facts are clear.
12. The line between reasonable force and excessive force is very thin where no buffer zone exists.
13. Depending on your jurisdiction, there are up to five elements of self-defense law:
If a prosecutor can disprove any of the five elements, your self-defense justification collapses.
14. Everything you need to know about gun laws and use of force can be learned by reading the state statutes.
15. Semi-automatics are generally considered to be less complicated to operate than revolvers.
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