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Gun Control & RKBA

Lurks Often

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2. Be careful about making blanket statements about what is legal

Reply to CompanyFirstSergeant (Reply #1)

Wed May 11, 2016, 08:09 AM

May 2016

State law varies and what might be in legal in Texas is NOT always going to be legal in New Jersey.

People should always consult with a lawyer that specializes in criminal defense and if possible one that knows the state laws governing use of force.

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