Defensive Use of Firearms

“It’s scary as shit, and I hope nobody else has to go through it,” said Tim Young. “That level of fear and that level of helplessness that you feel, it doesn’t compare to anything else I’ve felt in my life.”

When a homeowner uses an AR-15 to defend himself, the question arises … should we be worried about shoot through inside of our homes, and are pistols or shotguns a better choice than rifles? Basically, is a 5.56mm AR too much for home defense, or is it the right choice?

You’ve had a concealed pistol license for more than 10 years but never had to use your gun, let alone put your hand on it in a scenario where you felt even a bit threatened.

On a Sunday morning somewhere in Michigan, dozens of people, including you, are entering one of many suburban churches.

“It shows dysfunction, I believe, in our criminal justice system,” said Mayor Catherine Pugh. “People who have those many gun charges probably should not be on our streets.”

If you hear “a noise” that seems out of place — night or day — do you call the police before you do anything else?

Assuming you’re been issuing strong verbal commands that he cease all hostile activity from the moment the kicking started, what happens next?

Just how much is enough? This question is the root of endless discussions on choosing the correct caliber for your defensive handgun. A round that is always in the mix is the age-old .380. To many this round is quickly brushed off as a 9mm set on “stun,” yet none of those jokesters are willing [...]

“I tried to kill him,” Roberson said. “Anybody break in on me, I’m going to kill them. He’s going to kill me or I’m going to kill him.”