Defending The Flock

May 24, 2019 | Gun Law

I’d like to talk to you today about carrying your gun in a church. As of November 1, 2018, guns in churches are now protected under the Castle Doctrine. THE CASTLE DOCTRINE Everybody knows about the Castle Doctrine—that it has an immunity aspect and protection. It has...

Family Vacation Gone Horribly Wrong

May 23, 2019 | Gun Law

When it comes to flying with your gun, first and foremost you cannot carry open or concealed at the airport. Whatever you do, don’t forget about your gun in your carry-on bag. Many Oklahomans rush to the airport only to discover their concealed carry gun stayed in a...

When Can You Use Justifiable Deadly Force?

Apr 18, 2016 | Gun Law

Justifiable deadly force and justifiable homicide stand within some of the grayest areas of law today. In one particular case, four sheriff’s deputies in Oklahoma were part of an informal investigation pursued by the Pottawatomie County District Attorney, Richard...

What is the Castle Doctrine and the Requirements?

Mar 18, 2016 | Gun Law, Self Defense

The Oklahoma Castle Doctrine, in essence, affords homeowners the right to protect their homes with deadly force using a gun. It was once a common law theory, meaning that it was an understood right, but not a formally written law. Unfortunately, not all laws are black...

What is the Stand Your Ground Law?

Mar 5, 2016 | Gun Law, Self Defense

The Oklahoma Stand Your Ground law is intended to provide you protection from an attacker, even if the attacker ends up dead. The law is widely misunderstood and misinterpreted, however. Unfortunately, if you were to mistake a circumstance as a “stand your ground”...