by Rob Morse | Apr 5, 2024 | True Stories, Facts & Fiction, Featured Stories, Home Protection, Self Defense
By Rob Morse, March, 2024 I’ve studied thousands of ordinary citizens who defended themselves. Some of those events are common. Some are extraordinary. In this news story from Española, New Mexico, it is hard to tell if the defenders were lucky or if they were good....
by Second Call Defense | Mar 27, 2024 | Courts & Legal, Concealed Carry, Facts & Fiction, Featured Stories, Self Defense
For centuries, churches have stood as bastions of faith, places of refuge, and centers for communal gathering. Yet, intertwined with their sacred purpose is a vulnerability that has made them targets throughout history. From acts of terrorism to hate-fueled attacks,...
by Second Call Defense | Mar 5, 2024 | Featured Stories, Concealed Carry, Facts & Fiction, General
The ranks of lawful concealed carry in Colorado (permit holders) continues to climb. Complete Colorado reported that 25,218 Colorado adults submitted applications for a Concealed Handgun Permit (CHP) in 2023, in addition to 36,291 existing permit holders who renewed...
by Second Call Defense | Feb 19, 2024 | Featured Stories, Beginners 101, Concealed Carry, Facts & Fiction, General, Membership Benefits, True Stories
Concealed Carry Weapon (CCW) insurance is a safeguard many gun owners consider buying to protect themselves legally and financially in the event of a self-defense situation. However, the decision to acquire such insurance demands careful consideration, with timing...
by Second Call Defense | Feb 14, 2024 | Featured Stories, Concealed Carry, Courts & Legal, Facts & Fiction
In a move echoing California’s recent gun control legislative misadventure, the Colorado State Assembly is poised to enact legislation aimed at imposing significant restrictions on legal concealed carry within the Centennial State. In this article, we cover the...
by Second Call Defense | Feb 1, 2024 | Featured Stories, Beginners 101, CCW Tips, Courts & Legal, Facts & Fiction, Gun Safety & Storage, Self Defense
When people envision a self-defense incident involving a firearm, they typically think of shots fired. You might be surprised that the majority of incidents of defensive gun use never result in the discharge of a firearm. In a comprehensive survey of 54,000 adults,...