The Law of Self Defense: The Indispensable Guide to the Armed Citizen

Product Description The world is a dangerous place. That's why you're prepared to protect yourself and your loved ones. Now arm yourself for the legal battle that happens after an attack. The first fight is for your life – the second for your liberty. Andrew F. Branca, the renowned expert in self-defense law, teaches you how to make quick, effective, legally appropriate decisions in life-and-death situations. His easy-to-understand analysis thoroughly covers the laws of all fifty states. Key legal principles are illustrated with interesting, sometimes heart-wrenching, true life examples of people defending themselves, and how their decisions helped, hurt, or even destroyed their case. This thoroughly updated third edition includes an all new chapter on interacting with the police, including what to say (or not say!) to 911, first responders, and detectives. Don't be a victim. Stay safe from both the physical attack and the legal aftermath. This book, with a foreword by legendary use-of-force expert Massad Ayoob, will teach you the powerful legal truth that protects your life, wealth, and freedom. About the Author Andrew F. Branca is an attorney and the internationally recognized expert on self-defense law. Andrew consults on criminal cases nationally and teaches self-defense law to police, tactical instructors, and civilians. Andrew regularly provides legal expertise for news outlets such as the Wall Street Journal and NPR, and was a featured speaker at the 2014 NRA Annual Meeting. Andrew has shot competitively since his youth, and is a multi-division Master-class competitor in the International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA). He is an NRA certified firearms instructor, and a life-long absolutist for the Second Amendment.