by Second Call Defense | Jun 4, 2026 | Featured Stories, Concealed Carry, General, Guns & Gear
Second Call Defense is a proud sponsor of GunCon 2026, hosted by The Gun Collective, being held at the Eastwood Mall Complex in Niles, Ohio. This event aims to unite firearms industry professionals, content creators, and enthusiasts all in one place — and Second Call...
by Attorney Sean Maloney | May 20, 2026 | Courts & Legal, Facts & Fiction, Featured Stories, General, Guns & Gear
In the recently published decision of United States v. Alsenat (2026), the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a conviction involving Machine Gun Conversion Devices (MCDs), specifically “Glock switches,” by categorizing them as “unprotected...
by Attorney Sean Maloney | May 20, 2026 | Beginners 101, Facts & Fiction, Featured Stories, General, True Stories
By Sean Maloney, Attorney and Second Call Defense Advocate | Member Alert A real incident involving a Second Call Defense member reveals a terrifying new scam targeting families of the arrested — and why having an advocate in your corner makes all the difference in...
by Attorney Sean Maloney | May 6, 2026 | Courts & Legal, Concealed Carry, Facts & Fiction, Featured Stories, General
The Supreme Court is currently in the midst of releasing, or is poised to release, a series of decisions that will directly shape the future of the Second Amendment and the practical scope of the right to keep and bear arms. Rulings on the shadow docket, in the orders...
by Attorney Sean Maloney | Apr 30, 2026 | Featured Stories, Courts & Legal, General
The 2025–2026 Supreme Court term marks a decisive juncture in the post-Bruen era. While administrative agencies and state legislatures have sought to circumvent the High Court’s mandates through regulatory firearm “lawfare,” the current docket presents a...
by Second Call Defense | Apr 21, 2026 | CCW Tips, Concealed Carry, Featured Stories, General, Guns & Gear, Self Defense
When Less is More – Shorter Shells, More Rounds. But Are Mini Shells Right for Home Defense? Shotguns have long been valued for their versatility, power, and reliability. For over a century, the standard 2¾-inch, 12-gauge shell has dominated the landscape, with 3-inch...