1. For someone that has never handled a firearm before, specifically a handgun, it is highly recommended that the individual seek out training from someone with experience in firearms training.
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2. 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.
3. The levels of proof are: Mere suspicion, articulable suspicion, probable cause, preponderance of the evidence and beyond a reasonable doubt
4. When using your firearm to protect yourself, you will always have the time for proper stance and sight alignment.
5. Generally, the best place to find and research firearm related products and accessories is on the Internet e.g. Google
6. A gun or knife are examples of "ability" to cause great bodily harm or death.
7. In the state of Minnesota, the permit-to-carry class is not the place to learn how to shoot.
8. Training, reading and visualization through what-if scenarios can help you be more prepared should you ever have to defend yourself.
9. Self defense law has evolved over hundreds of years and continues to evolve even today
10. If you point your gun at someone and you are not able to articulate your legal justification for doing so, you run the risk of criminal prosecution.
11. The element of "Preclusion" allows you to stand-your-ground without a duty to retreat.
12. Regarding the color codes of awareness, condition black means that the lethal assault is underway and someone is trying to kill you.
13. 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.
14. Self-defense is not an affirmative defense.
15. If you own firearms, you should have a complete understanding of the laws in your home state, specifically related to possession, storage, transportation and using a firearm for self defense.
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