{"id":101601,"date":"2018-12-11T12:06:55","date_gmt":"2018-12-11T17:06:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gunsamerica.com\/digest\/?p=101601"},"modified":"2018-12-11T12:06:55","modified_gmt":"2023-09-05T15:03:42","slug":"home-turf-plan-for-the-worst","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gunsamerica.com\/digest\/home-turf-plan-for-the-worst\/","title":{"rendered":"Home Turf: Plan for the Worst"},"content":{"rendered":"\"Home<\/a>\n

Editor\u2019s Note:<\/strong>\u00a0The following is a syndicated article by author John Caile that first appeared in USCCA\u2019s Concealed Carry Magazine Volume 14, Issue 7, April 2017 under the title, \u201cHome Turf: Plan for the Worst.\u201d\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

As a firearms instructor, I have had literally hundreds of discussions with individuals and groups.<\/p>\n

In some ways, the term \u201chome defense\u201d is somewhat misleading \u2014 \u201cself-defense in the home\u201d would be more accurate. After all, what we are truly concerned about is not the home itself but the safety of the people inside of it.<\/p>\n

Watch interviews with individuals who\u2019ve had their homes destroyed by hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes or wildfires. These survivors all tend to express the same sentiment: \u201cYeah, the house is gone, but thankfully, none of us were hurt.\u201d It\u2019s simply a reality of human nature that only when the worst happens do we realize what matters most to us.<\/p>\n

Now there\u2019s nothing wrong with protecting our possessions; that\u2019s why we have safes and insurance policies. But defense in the home should be focused on protecting human life rather than property.<\/p>\n

Get into Character<\/h2>\n

Start by looking at your residence from the viewpoint of a criminal. Do you live in an apartment or condo? If so, is it on the ground floor or an upper floor? Does your building have secure entrances which require a key or magnetic card for entry, or can just anyone walk in, day or night?<\/p>\n

If you live in a single-family home or townhouse, how many entry points does it have? If there is a backyard, is it fenced? Excessive landscaping can provide cover for someone intent on burglary \u2026 or worse.<\/p>\n

Lighting is another issue. In apartments and condos, if you see too many dark areas, express your concerns, in writing, to the property managers. For homes and townhouses, installing motion-sensitive lighting is a relatively inexpensive way to deter potential threats. I know of several neighbors who have infrared trail cameras set up to capture late-night interlopers.<\/p>\n

Get to know your neighbors. Especially in multi-unit residences, knowing who is literally a few steps away from you is important. On the plus side, you can keep an eye on each other\u2019s homes, and it might alert you to potential \u201cproblem\u201d neighbors.<\/p>\n

By the way, many local police or sheriff\u2019s departments will often be willing to do a \u201cwalkaround\u201d and point out some of the less obvious weak spots in your property. If possible, arrange such an assessment.<\/p>\n

The Basics<\/h2>\n

It sounds almost absurdly obvious, but having good locks is essential. However, they only work if you actually use them. The number of robberies and sexual assaults that occur simply because people forget (or neglect) to lock their doors is staggering. In fact, police reports show that one of the most common points of entry for invaders is through an unlocked sliding glass patio door.<\/p>\n

Home alarm systems are simpler, more effective and more affordable than ever. Some include surveillance cameras; consider using them, with or without monitoring services. As with most things in life, prevention beats cure, so deterrence of an attack in the first place is better in pretty much every conceivable way than having to engage in a gunfight.<\/p>\n

Dogs are another great deterrent. Interviews with criminals in prison have shown that they all hate dogs. Even a small one can inflict a nasty bite, not to mention alert neighbors. Here again, think like a criminal: Would you want to risk meeting someone\u2019s not-so-friendly Rottweiler? Even if you don\u2019t have a dog, a \u201cBeware of Dog\u201d sign (better yet, an \u201cI Love My Pit Bull\u201d sign) can be an effective deterrent. And if you have a yard, a large water dish with a name like Magnum or Odin painted on the side can be remarkably effective, all for just a couple of bucks.<\/p>\n

Any Time is Crime Time<\/h2>\n

One of the most common mistakes that people make is assuming that bad things only happen at night, and this is partly caused by media brain-washing. Whether a TV drama or a commercial for an alarm service, the scenario always unfolds in the dark, and the \u201cbad guy\u201d is invariably dressed in black, wearing a ski mask and usually carrying a tire iron. It\u2019s literally become a clich\u00e9; all he\u2019s missing is the black-and-white-striped \u201cburglar shirt.\u201d<\/p>\n

Reality is quite different. Back when I lived in the Chicago area, one serial rapist limited his attacks to midday hours, usually between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. He would first scout a subdivision to determine which residences contained women who were always home alone during the day (often \u201cwork-at-home\u201d moms). He attacked and victimized dozens of women over several months.<\/p>\n

In his mid-30s, he would dress in a jogging suit and running shoes, fitting in perfectly with the upscale neighborhood where joggers were a common sight. After forcing his way in and assaulting the women, he left them tied up and gagged. When he was finally caught and interrogated, he told the police that all he had to do was knock, because \u201c80 percent of the time, they just opened the door.\u201d<\/p>\n

But what was particularly illuminating was that at least two of his victims testified that they had firearms in the house. Unfortunately, in both instances, the guns were tucked away in their bedrooms. As we\u2019ve seen all too many times, merely owning a gun is not enough.<\/p>\n

Have a Plan<\/h2>\n

It\u2019s a good idea to establish family safety protocols, especially if you have teenagers. Make sure everyone, friends included, who has access to your home knows the \u201chouse rules\u201d about entering, particularly late at night (such as always immediately identifying themselves), as well as other basic dos and don’ts. One of the most important of these is to never open the door to a stranger, even during the daytime and certainly not because he or she simply looks or sounds \u201clegit.\u201d<\/p>\n

Even an official-looking uniform with an I.D. card is no guarantee. Sexual predators have impersonated delivery people, utility workers and even cops. If someone shows up without you requesting his or her presence, ask who he or she represents and call the company before opening the door. Doing so only takes a moment, and it can prevent a lifetime of tragedy.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s important here to distinguish between \u201cburglars\u201d and truly terrifying home invaders. Burglars just want stuff; they don\u2019t want to confront a homeowner, especially one who might be armed. As a result, you are unlikely to encounter a burglar except by chance, like if you unexpectedly come home sick in the middle of the day. Though such encounters can turn violent, most actual burglars would rather flee than fight.<\/p>\n

The ones we need to be the most concerned about are the truly evil actors, the sexual predators and violent sociopaths. Unlike burglars, these ruthless creatures actually hope you are home \u2026 for reasons darker than most of us would care to imagine.<\/p>\n

Legally Speaking<\/h2>\n

OK, you lock your doors, you have an alarm system, you have a dog (or appear to) and you have established safety rules and procedures for everyone in the household. What else should you do to protect yourself, especially when it comes to the legal system?<\/p>\n

Keep your guns properly stored when not in use. If you have children but want your gun instantly available, consider one of those quick-release gun safes \u2014 I recommend the mechanical (number-coded) versions, since, when you go analog, you don\u2019t have to worry about dead batteries.<\/p>\n

Have a high-intensity flashlight alongside (or attached to) your in-home firearm. It can temporarily blind an attacker, and, even more importantly, it will help you see what you are about to shoot, which can prevent you from making a terrible mistake. When creeping around armed in the dark, too many people have unintentionally shot intoxicated neighbors or, worse, their own children. Simple as it sounds, a strong light absolutely must be part of your home-defense equipment.<\/p>\n

Your Home is Not a \u2018Free Fire\u2019 Zone<\/h2>\n

Be warned that, contrary to some internet myths, while statutes like the Castle Doctrine are good ideas, they do not represent \u201cget-out-of-jail-free\u201d cards. All common-law self-defense principles still apply. Numerous cases of homeowners shooting and killing persons in their residences have resulted in manslaughter and even murder charges. In one case, a homeowner was convicted because he ambushed two unarmed teenagers. In another, the homeowner unnecessarily left the safety of his domicile to \u201cinvestigate\u201d a noise out in the garage, ending with him shooting yet another unarmed youth.<\/p>\n

In one bizarre case, a man went further, setting a trap in his detached garage, complete with motion detectors and a woman\u2019s purse as \u201cbait.\u201d When he left his house and ended up killing a young man in the garage, he too was convicted of murder. Remember, statutes (or even \u201ccase law\u201d) won\u2019t be determining your guilt \u2014 a jury will.<\/p>\n

Finally, before the worst happens, make sure you know exactly how to call 911 and what to say (and not say) when the police arrive. And, of course, have a criminal defense attorney\u2019s number in your cellphone and in your wallet, and call them immediately after you call 911. Then, follow your attorney\u2019s instructions to the letter.<\/p>\n

Lethal force, even in the home, should always be a last resort. Be prepared. Be smart. Be safe.<\/p>\n

Discover how you can join nearly 300,000 responsibly armed Americans who already rely on the USCCA to protect their families, futures and freedoms: USCCA.com\/gunsamerica<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n

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