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Planning a vacation for your summer holidays? Before you start researching plane tickets, take some time to review these very important regulations when flying with a firearm. Missouri law prohibits carrying a firearm in any place where it is prohibited by Federal Law, as well as prohibits carrying a firearm in any area of an... [Read More]

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Can you protect yourself or others with a firearm in church? Missouri law has a specific set of rules that apply to firearms in churches. Permission Required The general rule is this: you need permission from the governing body of the church in order to legally carry a firearm in church. The governing body of... [Read More]

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You can use force to protect your property in Missouri. However, you cannot use deadly force to protect your property. It’s a very important distinction to understand. Using Deadly Force You may use deadly force if there is an imminent threat of deadly force being used against you or a third party. If property is... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. Recent Law Changes This past year, the issue of record expungement has been a hot topic in Missouri. Why? Because the law has changed. Previously in Missouri, there were very few criminal charges that could be expunged. That changed in 2018, and now a wide variety of criminal charges... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. Let’s talk about whether or not you can carry a firearm to a sporting event in Missouri. Missouri law provides that you cannot carry a firearm into an arena or stadium. That generally means you cannot carry a firearm to a professional sporting event. Professional Sports If you’re a... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. Every firearm owner ought to know what to do in case one of their firearms is stolen. Now, in some states, there are laws that require you to report to the authorities when your firearm has been stolen. Missouri is not one of those states. There is no law... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. Can you use force to protect another person in Missouri? Yes, but there are some common pitfalls I would like to address. Deadly Force vs. Reasonable Force The first and most common pitfall is being able to distinguish when you can use deadly force, and when you can only... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. Today, I’d like to talk to you about three common misconceptions when it comes to Missouri gun law. Myth Number One: Having a concealed carry permit no longer matters. That’s not true. In Missouri, if you have a concealed carry permit, you do have more expansive gun rights than... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. New Year’s is a great holiday that is fun for young and old alike. But, we do need to be careful that we keep our New Year’s safe. Now, New Year’s celebrations often involve fireworks, drinking, and guns, and we will discuss each of those topics, so that you... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. What are your responsibilities as a firearm owner? What do you do when someone comes to visit who is a convicted felon, intoxicated, mentally unstable, or under indictment and on bond and not allowed to have access to firearms? As an individual in Missouri, you will not be charged... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. The holidays can be the best of times. They can also be dangerous times if you’re out shopping. What are the laws in the state of Missouri as they pertain to self-defense in a mall parking lot? Let’s say you’re walking back from making your holiday purchases, and someone... [Read More]

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The following is a video transcript. Sometimes accidents happen around the holidays. People can be injured, and it’s important to know the Good Samaritan Laws in your state. Let’s say, for instance, someone is carving a turkey, and they cut deeply into their finger or hand. What should you do to help? Part of that... [Read More]

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