Legal Aspects of Armed Self-Defense
4 hours - $60
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self-defense shooting incident involves a great deal more than just the
immediate fight. While the actual fight might take only minutes or
seconds, the legal aftermath could consume months or even years. Anyone
training with firearms for self-defense has a responsibility to know the
law regarding use of deadly force and to consider the ramifications of
using their weapon defensively. The Legal Aspects of Armed Self-Defense
seminar will help students to better understand the legal aspects of armed
self-defense. Students will be better prepared to make the right decisions
before, during and after any circumstances where deadly force might be
used.
Subjects covered in this class include:
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Washington State firearms laws
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Interaction with responding emergency teams
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Use of force decision making
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Civil and criminal liability for use of force