Gun Owner Defends Himself And Gets Charged With Murder - Here's How We Helped (USCCA Member) ⬇️ Quick Summary ⬇️ Jacouri Burns was simply doing his job as a concert promoter, but a dispute over $900 escalated quickly and his life was immediately endangered. He was punched in the face, then heard the aggressor shout, “Shoot! Shoot! Don’t let him leave!” as a second attacker closed in on him. His training and instincts kicked in, and he was able to get out alive, but then the fight for his survival began yet again … this time, with the justice system! Want the same peace of mind enjoyed by Jacouri and over 820,000 Responsibly Armed Americans? Activate your USCCA Membership + Get 2 FREE Bonuses when you Join >> uscca.co/XQYk

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He Survived the Threat. Then Faced YEARS in Prison. USCCA Member Jeremy defended himself against a threat to his life. But when the danger ended, his legal battle was just beginning. He was arrested, faced serious criminal charges and spent nearly two years fighting for his freedom. With support through his USCCA Membership, Jeremy had legal representation throughout his case, which ultimately ended with the felony charges being dropped. His story is a powerful reminder that being a prepared Protector means thinking beyond the moment of danger. Because surviving a self-defense incident doesn't mean the fight is over. 👉 Watch Jeremy's story: usconcealedcarry.com/stories…

You Defended Yourself in Your Own Home. Could You STILL Face Murder Charges? Many gun owners believe Castle Doctrine automatically protects them if they use deadly force against an intruder. But that's not always the case. Depending on your state, three important self-defense laws could affect your legal rights: 👉 Duty to Retreat: When you may be required to safely escape a threat before using deadly force. 👉 Stand Your Ground: When the law allows you to defend yourself without a duty to retreat. 👉 Castle Doctrine: When the law may presume your fear of serious harm was reasonable inside your home. But that protection isn't always automatic. The BIG takeaway? Just because you're defending yourself inside your own home doesn't mean your actions are automatically considered legally justified. Being a prepared Protector means knowing your rights BEFORE you're forced to make a split-second decision. 📍 Know your state's self-defense and gun laws: uscca.co/lp4l

He Defended Himself. Then Faced MURDER Charges. Surviving a self-defense encounter doesn't mean the fight is over. For USCCA Member Jacouri, it was just the beginning of a legal battle that would put his freedom and future on the line. His story is a powerful reminder that being a prepared Protector means thinking beyond the moment of danger and being ready for what comes AFTER. See how his USCCA Membership helped him fight for his freedom👇 usconcealedcarry.com/stories…

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Don’t Let Static Range Practice Be Your Only Practice Standing still and shooting at a target can build fundamentals. But defensive shooting may require you to do more than that. Add movement and different positions to your training so you can: 👉 Get more comfortable handling your firearm outside a perfect stance 👉 Build better balance and control while moving 👉 Practice your draw under more realistic conditions 👉 Become a more capable, prepared Protector The goal isn’t just to shoot well when everything is perfect. It’s to build skills you can rely on when it isn’t. Ready to take your training further? Find a USCCA training class near you 👉 uscca.co/oO5A

She Survived the Threat. But Her Fight Wasn’t Over. A self-defense incident can end in seconds, but the legal battle afterward can last YEARS. Milli S.’s story shows why being a prepared Protector means thinking beyond the moment of danger — and understanding what may come next. 👉 Read Milli’s full USCCA Member Story: usconcealedcarry.com/stories… . . . #USCCA #USCCAMember

Could You Make the Shot With Only One Hand? Most range practice happens with a perfect two-handed grip. Real-life situations may not give you that option. Adding one-handed shooting to your practice can help you: 👉 Build better control with either hand 👉 Find weaknesses before they matter 👉 Become more confident outside your normal shooting routine 👉 Be better prepared if one hand isn’t available Don’t only practice what’s comfortable. Build skills that make you a more capable, prepared Protector. Ready to improve your defensive shooting skills? Find a USCCA training class near you 👉 uscca.co/oO5A

Protectors Prepare for More Than the Moment of Danger. For USCCA members like Danny, confidence comes from knowing they’ve taken steps to prepare for what could happen after a self-defense incident, too. Being a Protector means training, understanding your responsibilities and having support when the stakes are highest. See more stories from USCCA members and Protectors here 👉 uscca.co/vj3L . . . #USCCA #USCCAMember

Never tell the police this after a self-defense shooting ... The wrong words after a self-defense incident could make an already stressful situation even harder. Knowing what to say — and what not to say — can help you avoid making statements you may later regret, protect your legal position and prepare you for what happens after the threat is over. That’s why responsible Protectors prepare for more than just the moment they may have to defend themselves. Know how to respond. Know your rights. Know the laws where you carry. For a simple, one-stop guide to all the current gun laws in your state, or the ones you’re traveling to, click here 👉 uscca.co/lp4l #USCCA #SelfDefense

Would You Recognize the Moment a Threat Becomes Real? A blacked-out SUV. A suspicious approach. Then only seconds to react. See how awareness and preparation played a role in this real self-defense story — and what responsible gun owners can learn from the decisions made before the attack. 👉 Watch the full Attorney Insider episode: academy.usconcealedcarry.com…

ATF Will NO LONGER Enforce Suppressor Registration! The ATF announced major changes to how it will enforce the National Firearms Act (NFA), effective October 9, 2026. Under the new nationwide guidance, ATF will no longer enforce federal NFA registration or prior-approval requirements for suppressors, short-barreled rifles (SBRs), short-barreled shotguns (SBSs) and certain other firearms. HOW DID THIS HAPPEN? In 2025, Congress reduced the federal NFA making and transfer tax from $200 to $0 for these items. In August 2026, a federal judge in Texas ruled that key NFA requirements could no longer be justified under Congress's taxing power after the tax was eliminated. The ruling initially protected only certain plaintiffs, members and customers. The Department of Justice decided NOT to appeal. Now, ATF says its new nonenforcement policy will apply nationwide. WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR GUN OWNERS? 👉 No enforced federal NFA registration: ATF will no longer enforce registration requirements for covered items. 👉 No $200 NFA tax stamp: Congress already eliminated the making and transfer tax for these items. 👉 No mandatory prior NFA approval: ATF will no longer enforce Form 1 or Form 4 approval requirements for covered items. 👉 Background checks still apply: Licensed dealers must follow applicable federal firearm sales laws, including Form 4473 and required background checks. 👉 State laws still matter: Some states prohibit these items or impose additional restrictions. The federal policy does NOT override state laws. IMPORTANT: THE NFA HAS NOT BEEN REPEALED. ATF is choosing not to enforce certain federal requirements. Congress has NOT removed those requirements from the law. ATF will still accept voluntary registrations. Future legal or policy changes could also affect owners of unregistered NFA items. For a simple, one-stop guide to all the current gun laws in your state, or the ones you’re traveling to, click here 👉 uscca.co/lp4l

These 5 simple drills give every shot a purpose — helping you build a stronger grip, test your fundamentals and get more useful practice from a limited amount of ammo. You don’t need hundreds of rounds to have a productive training session. You need a plan. Save these 5 drills for your next range day. Want to build your skills with hands-on training? Find a USCCA firearms class near you 👉 uscca.co/q23D #USCCA #USCCATraining #RangeDay

Tired of Dry Fire? Try This to Make Your Training More Effective Laser training tools can make at-home practice more engaging while helping you work on accuracy and consistency. Want to keep building your skills with hands-on instruction? Find a USCCA training class near you 👉 uscca.co/q23D . . . #USCCA #USCCATraining

What Really Happens AFTER You Use a Gun in Self-Defense? In Part One of this Attorney Insider, USCCA members and responsible gun owners can see how a real armed encounter unfolded, the split-second decisions that were made, and the self-defense and concealed carry lessons every protector should understand. In Part Two of Attorney Insider, see what happened after the shooting and learn: 👉 Why you could still face an investigation when the evidence appears clear 👉 Why your words and actions immediately afterward can matter 👉 How decisions made under extreme pressure may be examined 👉 Why legal preparation matters before you ever need it Preparing to protect yourself means preparing for more than the moment of danger. Watch Part Two and see what every responsible gun owner can learn from this real case 👉 academy.usconcealedcarry.com…

Could You Be Breaking the Law Just by Carrying Near a School? School-zone firearm laws can be easy to overlook, and the rules may vary by state and circumstance. Know the concealed carry and gun laws where you live and travel with the USCCA Concealed Carry Reciprocity & Gun Laws Map 👉 uscca.co/lp4l

Being a Protector means preparing before something goes wrong. USCCA membership helps give you support, answers and added peace of mind when it matters most. See more real USCCA member stories 👉 uscca.co/rY3B

DOJ Won’t Appeal NFA Ruling on Suppressors and SBRs The Department of Justice says it will not appeal a federal court ruling that blocked key National Firearms Act rules for certain suppressors, short-barreled rifles and short-barreled shotguns. The ruling came after Congress lowered the NFA’s federal making and transfer tax to $0 for those items. A federal judge said that without the tax, the government could no longer rely on its taxing power to support the registration and approval rules being challenged. What does this mean for everyday gun owners? This does NOT mean the NFA is gone nationwide. The court order currently protects the people and groups involved in the lawsuit and, in some cases, their current and future members and customers. That means ATF and DOJ cannot enforce the challenged NFA rules against the people covered by the court order. For gun owners who are not covered by the ruling, current federal NFA rules may still apply. Because DOJ will not appeal, this ruling will stay in place for the people it covers. But it does not mean every gun owner in the country is now exempt from NFA requirements. For a simple, one-stop guide to all the current gun laws in your state, or the ones you’re traveling to, click here 👉 uscca.co/2WBW #USCCA #2A #GunRights #GunLaw

Could Your Self-Defense Rights Change Just by Crossing State Lines? Self-defense laws aren’t the same everywhere. Rules around Castle Doctrine, retreat and what counts as “reasonable” force can vary depending on where you are. If you carry, know the laws before you cross state lines. 👉 Check the USCCA Concealed Carry Reciprocity & Gun Laws Map: uscca.co/lp4l . . . #USCCA #USCCALaw

You Never Fired a Shot. Could You Still Face Criminal Charges? A confrontation in a parking lot suddenly escalates, and you believe you may be facing a serious threat. You may think displaying your firearm could stop that threat. But depending on the circumstances and the laws in your state, drawing or showing a gun could potentially be viewed as brandishing, threatening behavior or another criminal offense — even if you never fire a shot. There can be an important difference between: 👉 Lawfully carrying a visible firearm 👉 Displaying a firearm because you reasonably believe you’re facing a threat 👉 Showing a firearm to intimidate, threaten or gain control of a confrontation And those legal lines can change from state to state. A Protector’s goal isn’t to win an argument or prove a point. It’s to protect life, avoid unnecessary confrontation and make responsible decisions when the pressure is high. If a situation reaches the point where you believe you need to draw your firearm for self-defense, your decisions before, during and after that moment may be examined. That’s why preparation matters. Know your firearm. Train with it. Understand the law. And have the discipline to recognize when walking away may be the better choice. For a simple, one-stop guide to all the current gun laws in your state, or the ones you’re traveling to, click here 👉 uscca.co/lp4l . . . #USCCA #Protector #ConcealedCarry #SelfDefense #GunLaws