Wingsofwind
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It is the same here. If a woman shoots a man in the process of raping her he has full rights ti sue her. This is one thing I remember quite well from CCW class. Our teacher told us even if you kill the bad guy, you are still open to civil action from his family.
I was told the same thing. Thankfully we had an attorney going through the class as well and gave us some pointers.
He said...
1. If you have to pull your firearm, it is best if you use it. You would be asked why you had to pull your firearm and why you felt you did not need to actually use it. And if you felt it was best not to use it, then why did you pull it. Brandishing your weapon can be an offence here.
2. If you do have to use it, don't say a word to the authorities. You know the 'Miranda Rights' that are recited to you when arrested? Where it says, 'anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law'.
The best thing to do is keep your mouth shut and get a good attorney. And hope for a good Judge.
That was almost exactly what our teacher said. We were told to fire, and keep firing until the bad guy hits the ground. For the record, I dont utilize my CCW anymore. I find it physically uncomfortable, but I do keep a gun in the car and do carry openly ware legal. Our instructor will offer free classes to those who are against CCW or CHL what ever you want to call it just so her can educate an anti. He does not always convert them, but they do say that it is great fun, and they do acknowledge that CCW holders are not a bunch of birthers in cowboy hats. I will say this, They spent a good deal of time teaching us how not to be a victim, and how NOT to have to use our weapons. This training alone is priceless and in my mind as important as the weapon training.
Too bad those on this forum who are against firearms don't realize this is taught along with the training. Not to mention that many who own firearms that do not go through the class know how important it is NOT to use their weapon if they do not have to.