Introduction: Most states in America require some form of training prior to being issued a concealed carry permit (also known as a CFP, CCP, CCW, CP, LTC and many other state specific acronyms…). The training that is required will vary greatly from state to state. For example, to obtain the Utah permit all you need […]
The Definitive Guide to Guns & Masks (COVID-19)
Can you wear a mask while carrying a firearm? Until March 2020, most gun owners would have never thought to ask this question. Given recent events, however, it has now become something gun owners need to know. Recently a viral meme has been spreading related to wearing masks while carrying: This post has been marked […]
Online Firearm Training? Many States Say Yes, Does Yours?
Does your state allow you to take an online training course to qualify for a concealed carry permit? Is online training a good way for gun owners to obtain training? With the recent disruptions to business caused by COVID-19 many people have began looking to online education as an option to obtain their concealed carry […]
A message from Legal Heat regarding COVID-19 and our training classes.
Legal Heat was founded 13 years ago with the mission to help keep our students safe. We take that responsibility seriously. During the uncertainty caused by coronavirus (COVID-19), we wanted to update you on steps we are taking to keep our students safe, along with simple things you can do to help protect yourself. Steps […]
Virginia Governor Northam Declares Emergency To Ban Guns At 2A Rally. You Won’t Believe His Legal Justification!
On Wednesday Virginia Governor Ralph Northam issued an executive order declaring a temporary state of emergency, effective January 17-21, in order to ban firearms at a pro-gun rally that is planned at the state capitol complex on Monday January 20th. During a press conference Wednesday Northam attempted to justify his actions by saying, “we have […]
Packing Heat While Voting? Does Your State Allow It?
If you’re planning on exercising your Second Amendment right while casting a vote this year you better make sure you know your state’s laws regarding firearms at polling places. Although there is no federal law regulating firearms at polling places, there are a number of states that prohibit carrying a firearm where voting occurs. Some […]
Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act Passed by U.S. House! What You Need To Know
Have you heard there is new federal legislation that will allow someone with a concealed carry permit from one state to carry in all 50 states? It actually might not be as awesome as you have heard. The purpose of this article is to dispel some of the myths associated with this proposed legislation and give an […]
Why Every Gun Owner Should Understand The Gini Coefficient
Understanding The Gini Coefficient Abstract:The Gini Coefficient is the single greatest known predictor of violent crime. Understanding the Gini Coefficient can help us understand murder rates better than analyzing gun ownership rates, gun laws, or any other commonly debated variable. Background:If you are a gun owner and you occasionally peruse social media, you have no […]
The Constitution Doesn’t Care How Much Harm Guns Cause, and That Is A Good Thing
Synopsis: How Much Harm Guns Cause Cannot Serve To Restrict The Right To Keep & Bear Arms. Constitutional Rights Are Not Analyzed On A Risk/Utility Basis. From A Legal Perspective, The Amount Of Societal Harm That Comes From The Exercise Of A Constitutional Right Does Not Matter, And That Is A Very Good Thing. Related Gun Control Argument: “Guns […]
How do we actually stop the deadly Florida shootings?
The recent horrific school shooting at the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in South Florida sickens us all. We weep for the Florida shooting victims and their families and pray for the speedy recovery of the injured. We question who the shooter is, and what could have possibly driven the alleged Florida shooter to commit […]
