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Independent Program Attorney Ed Riley reminds Members about tricky federal and state laws governing the carrying or transporting of firearms in and around schools. Just because summer is coming doesn’t change your legal responsibilities in these areas.  

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“Castle Doctrine” and “Stand Your Ground” are self-defense laws that protect you in your home, car, and out in public. To learn how these laws work, click to watch Independent Program Attorney Ed Riley explain the details. Castle Doctrine and Stand Your Ground Laws in Virginia  

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Dear Members: U.S. Law Shield has received copies of the first-ever Virginia Gun Law: Armed And Educated, a comprehensive handbook written to provide essential law every Virginia gun owner needs to know! We are ready to ship books to members today! If you’re a U.S. Law Shield of Virginia member, you need this book to gain a clear explanation... [Read More]

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Virginia Gov. Terry McAuliffe’s recent battles against pro-gun bills prevailed this week when self-defense supporters in the General Assembly were shy of the votes needed to override his vetoes of the legislation. But legislators did block McAuliffe’s request to revive Virginia’s “One-Handgun-A-Month” rule. The House and Senate reconvened Wednesday, April 5 to consider overriding McAuliffe’s... [Read More]

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If someone steals your property, can you use force or deadly force to recover it? Click to watch Independent Program Attorney Ed Riley explain how Virginians can legally respond.

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    Pro-gun state legislators in Virginia may try to override the governor’s veto that blocked a bill that would have let active members of the military or those who received an honorable discharge from the U. S. Armed Forces or the Virginia National Guard to obtain a concealed handgun permit at age 18. “Gov.... [Read More]

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Taking the family to a state or national park this summer? Then you need to know the rules about firearms carry at your destinations, in state or out of state. Click to watch Independent Program Attorney Ed Riley explain various park rules controlling where you can — and definitely cannot — take your gun. And please... [Read More]

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In the Commonwealth of Virginia, cities and counties may regulate where and how firearms and ammunition may be carried and used. Click the video link to watch U.S. Law Shield of Virginia Independent Program Attorney Ed Riley explain the details.  

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  U.S. Law Shield of Virginia Independent Program Attorney Ed Riley says that Members ask him all the time how much force they can use to repel an attack. The answer, he says, is “reasonable force.” He also notes that Virginia is a stand-your-ground state, with one major exception. Click the video below to hear his “must-know” advice.... [Read More]

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  U.S. Law Shield of Virginia Members will be happy to hear that several pro-rights gun bills are headed to the Governor Terry McAuliffe’s desk for his signature or veto, Independent Program Attorneys Ed Riley and Mitch Wells report: HB1432 by Delegate R. Lee Ware (R, House District 65) authorizes any person to carry a switchblade... [Read More]

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  Every Member has to make the decision to intervene in a fight — or not — based on a host of tactical and safety issues. Member Ambassador Sherry Hale interviews U.S. Law Shield of Virginia Independent Program Attorney Ed Riley to learn how Good Samaritans can stay out of legal trouble if faced with... [Read More]

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U.S. Law Shield of Virginia Independent Program Attorney Ed Riley tells Members what they should do if they unintentionally fire a weapon. Click below to watch the video.      

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