USING GUNS FOR SELF DEFENSE: LAWS, CONSEQUENCES & WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Defcon-1 Chicago is happy to be able to offer this Self Defense and the Law Class. It is taught by a former law enforcer and licensed lawyer. He will give you the knowledge you need to survive the aftermath of a deadly force confrontation with your freedom and your finances intact.
It may seem simple enough in your mind. If someone attacks you, you defend yourself. However, the law might not always agree with that sentiment. It might depend on maintaining your presence of mind. You’ll need to know when to stop, and when guns are involved, you need to know your rights.
The unfortunate fact of life is that these “shoot/don’t shoot decisions have to be made under the incredible pressure of life and death in a fraction of a second. When the criminal justice system reviews if your actions were justified, the have the luxury of practically unlimited time in the safety of a court or office.
You have to prepare yourself now should this situation come up. You have to be thoroughly familiar with the laws, court decisions, and maybe even the political environment you are dealing with. Hopefully this knowledge will guide your actions before the defensive shooting. Then after, you need to be able to correctly articulate your position to the police, prosecutor and possible the judge or jury. Some of the topics covered include:
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The legal aspects of self-defense and protecting the home that you must know
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How to assess deadly force scenarios and proving a claim of self defense
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Illinois statutes dealing with self-defense and the justifiable use of deadly force
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Making the 911 call, and its critical role in the ensuing aftermath
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How to deal with responding police, investigating detectives and prosecutors
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Exposing the tricks the press and prosecutors use, and how to neutralize them
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Civil liability and dealing with lawsuits related to lethal force confrontations
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