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A Miami-area Uber driver has sued the popular ride-share company claiming its firearms policy violates his right to self-defense under Florida law. Jose Mejia, 28, is a concealed-carry license holder who became an Uber driver in March 2016. But in 2015, the company banned guns in cars after an Uber driver shot and wounded a... [Read More]

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Undeterred by recent legislative setbacks, State Sen. Greg Steube has reintroduced legislation intended to boost gun rights and public safety in Florida. In mid-August, Steube filed Senate Bills 120, 134, 148, and 152 for the Legislature’s 2018 session. The first three mirror gun rights bills Steube filed in 2017, but they got no traction. “It’s... [Read More]

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Legislative update from Florida by Independent Program Attorney James Phillips.     Legislative update: In 2017 there was a extremely important change made to the law regarding self defense that everyone should be aware of. This is in regards to our immunities statute, which is found in Florida Statute 776.032. Prior to July, a defendant... [Read More]

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Back to School Do you have kids heading back to school in the Sunshine State? Let U.S. LawShield Independent Program Attorney David Katz explain the laws in Florida regarding guns and schools:     The possession of a firearm on school grounds is generally illegal with few exceptions. Florida Statute 790.06 contains several subsections that... [Read More]

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The Stand Your Ground self-defense law in Florida has seen its share of legislative battles; now, it’s facing a legal test. In June, Gov. Rick Scott signed a bill that declared the state, and not the defense, has the burden of proof in pre-trial hearings to decide if the stand your ground defense is appropriate... [Read More]

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Law Shield Member Ambassador Sherry Hale: Welcome members and fellow gun owners. In the last Members Voice video our member Tyler witnessed a criminal breaking into his car. Tyler drew his gun and the bad guys ran away. The legal questions started pouring in, and members, you wanted to know your legal rights in your... [Read More]

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A gunman armed with a semi-automatic civilian rifle triggered a grim death toll two years ago when he burst into a Navy complex in Chattanooga, Tennessee, killing four Marines and a sailor. But witnesses say the July 16 attack could have been worse had it not been for Lt. Cmdr. Timothy White, the top officer... [Read More]

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Hi, U.S. Law Shield Members: We wanted to let you know about some fantastic deals you are eligible for through our 2A Member Perks program. For example, Autrey’s Armory, Inc., in Fayetteville, Georgia, gives Members 20% off range time when you show your U.S. Law Shield Membership Card. You can hone your skills and save... [Read More]

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  The U.S. & Texas LawShield® series of Armed And Educated books are state-specific legal references — written in plain and understandable English — that contain critical information every gun owner should know: Where You Can And Cannot Possess A Firearm When You Can Legally Use A Firearm Numerous Examples Of How Gun Laws Impact Real... [Read More]

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A recent national television report asserted that road-rage incidents are becoming more common and more deadly, with the latest incident taking place in Pennsylvania, in which a man is alleged to have shot and killed a teenage girl during a traffic merge.  Click to watch level-headed advice from your Independent Program Attorney about what to... [Read More]

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The short answer is, “Yes,” according to Independent Program Attorney James Phillips. However, the Sunshine State supplies a lot of legal protection for people against such suits. Click the video below to get the details.

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Can your employer restrict your ability to carry firearms at the workplace? Click to watch Independent Program Attorney David Katz explain the rules for workplace self-defense in the Sunshine State.  

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