1. The WEB site Handgunlaw.us can be used to find legal information related to firearms state-by-state but the information should always be cross-checked and verified on the state specific WEB site.

2. A claim of self-defense requires that you be an innocent party and a reluctant participant in the altercation.

3. Do not rely on others to call 911 for you; call yourself so your call is documented (recorded) and to ensure facts are clear.

4. In self-defense training, you are taught to shoot with intent to kill.

5. Law enforcement can confront you with false physical evidence in an attempt to coerce you into incriminating yourself.

6. In the state of Minnesota, statute 609.06 authorizes a private citizen the right to use reasonable force toward another in self-defense.

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

8. There are valuable resources available to educate oneself on deadly encounters and the law. Select from the list all that would be considered appropriate training resources.

9. The final version of the Minnesota Citizens Personal Protection Act was passed in 2005.

10. Most, if not all states provide some means to allow private citizens to carry a loaded firearm on their person and in public (outside their home) for personal defense.

11. Following a defensive shooting, a person is likely to experience elation and self-doubt.

12. Outside of your place of abode, you may only use deadly force in self-defense if you believe the threat of death or great bodily harm exists.

13. Regarding the color codes of awareness, condition black means that the lethal assault is underway and someone is trying to kill you.

14. To "win" at self-defense, the only hurdle you need to clear is being cleared of criminal charges.

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

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