The right to bear arms and the freedom to protect yourself are essential liberties and, generally, the most-cited reasons for gun ownership. These freedoms come with the responsibilities of knowing how to operate your gun, how to keep it out of the reach of others, and when to use it for self-defense. In this article, … Continue reading Pennsylvania Gun Laws: Self-Defense with a Firearm
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Carrying a Gun in Pennsylvania
While the right to bear arms is an important one in the United States, there are some necessary precautions set forth in law that must be followed. These regulations typically cover when it is legal to carry a firearm, where it is legal to carry a firearm, and who can carry a firearm. It is … Continue reading Carrying a Gun in Pennsylvania →
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PENNSYLVANIA LAW: DOES IT ALLOW FOR THE USE OF FORCE IN SELF-DEFENSE CASES?
PENNSYLVANIA Self-Defense Law Explained by Attorney James Bonner You are walking alone on a moonless night down a street in the heart of Philadelphia. Suddenly, three men come out of an alley and start walking briskly towards you. Your brain’s alarm system immediately cries out that you need to prepare for taking action against the … Continue reading PENNSYLVANIA LAW: DOES IT ALLOW FOR THE USE OF FORCE IN SELF-DEFENSE CASES? →
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BUYING A GUN WITH A CRIMINAL RECORD IN PA
BUYING A GUN WITH A CRIMINAL RECORD About 15 years ago, one of my clients pleaded guilty to a simple drug charge levied in another state. It was the only conviction on my client’s record. Recently, the client submitted a gun application form that included several screening questions. Fifteen years is a long time and … Continue reading BUYING A GUN WITH A CRIMINAL RECORD IN PA →
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