by Second Call Defense | Feb 14, 2025 | Beginners 101, CCW Tips, Concealed Carry, Featured Stories, General, Guns & Gear, Self Defense
Since its introduction in 1990, the 5.7x28mm (“5.7mm” or “5.7”) cartridge has sparked debate, with supporters praising its high velocity, low recoil and potential armor penetrating capabilities, while critics question it’s stopping power and high ammunition costs....
by Second Call Defense | Jan 23, 2025 | Featured Stories, CCW Tips, Concealed Carry, Courts & Legal, Facts & Fiction, Self Defense, True Stories
The term “Daniel Penny Effect” emerged as following the 2023 incident involving Daniel Penny, a former U.S. Marine, and Jordan Neely, a homeless man suffering from untreated mental illness, on a New York City subway. Penny restrained Neely in a chokehold...
by Second Call Defense | Sep 12, 2024 | Concealed Carry, Facts & Fiction, Featured Stories, General, Membership Benefits, Self Defense
The Best Protection for Active, Retired, and Former Law Enforcement Officers If you are an active, retired, or former law enforcement officer who meets the requirements for the Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act (LEOSA), also know as HR218, know that all Second Call...
by Second Call Defense | Sep 5, 2024 | Concealed Carry, Beginners 101, CCW Tips, Featured Stories, General, Self Defense
Carrying a concealed weapon at work requires balance between personal safety with workplace policies and legal implications. For those who prioritize self-defense, it’s critical to understand how to carry discreetly and legally in a work environment. This article...
by Second Call Defense | Aug 29, 2024 | Beginners 101, CCW Tips, Concealed Carry, Featured Stories, Gun Safety & Storage, Podcasts, Training
Going on vacation? Traveling with guns to another state? Here’s how to plan your road trip and stay out of legal trouble when you’re carrying a firearm. Dean Rieck, Executive Director of Buckeye Firearms Association, and Defense Attorney and Co-Founder of...
by Second Call Defense | Aug 21, 2024 | Membership Benefits, CCW Tips, Concealed Carry, Featured Stories, General, Self Defense
It is an unfortunate reality that accidents do happen. Although statistically infrequent, accidental shootings do occur. An accidental shooting refers to a situation where a firearm discharges unintentionally, often resulting in property damage, personal injury or...
