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Utah Gun Law 5th Edition Updates as of 1 17 2024

Utah Gun Law 5th Edition Updates as of 1 17 2024
One of the most significant recent changes in Utah Gun Law is the concept known as "Constitutional Carry" or "permitless carry."  The change in the...

Notice: Title 23 of the Wildlife Resources has been changed to Title 23a

Notice:  Title 23 of the Wildlife Resources has been changed to Title 23a
The new code sections are located online at Title 23a. Wildlife Resources Act (§ 23A–1–101 to § 23A–15–202)

FAVORABLE GUN LAWS PASSED DURING THE 2023 LEGISLATIVE SESSION

FAVORABLE GUN LAWS PASSED DURING THE 2023 LEGISLATIVE SESSION
Perhaps the most sweeping "gun law" passed by the Utah Legislature in 2023 was HB219 which could otherwise be referred to as "Utah's Second Amendme...

11 Things You Didn't Know About Personal Injury Lawsuits

11 Things You Didn't Know About Personal Injury Lawsuits
1. The injured person doing the suing is known as the plaintiff. The person being sued is known as the defendant.2. In most states the word “insura...

Self-Defense Law UPDATE

Self-Defense Law UPDATE
My personal commentary or plain-talk summaries are in the works. For now I've included the latest law updates in the law of self-defense for IDAHO & FLORIDA.

Combatting Domestic Violence: Realities Of Battered Women’s Syndrome and Self-Defense Law

Combatting Domestic Violence: Realities Of Battered Women’s Syndrome and Self-Defense Law
To tell you the truth, we’ve been losing sleep trying to decide how to present the topic of domestic violence in a way that makes a difference. By “make a difference” we mean making family life in our country safer from acts of violence by husbands and boyfriends against wives, girlfriends and children.

An Example of How to Deter Predators While Avoiding Possible Criminal Charges

An Example of How to Deter Predators While Avoiding Possible Criminal Charges
Hopefully, this incident and those described in Chapter 10 of our book will give the reader an effective method of dissuading possible assailant/predators without running the risk of being charged with a crime.

The Truth About 'Stand Your Ground' or 'Make My Day' Laws

The Truth About 'Stand Your Ground' or 'Make My Day' Laws
The self-defense concepts currently being applied in each of the U.S. states evolved from feudal times in England as part of English “common law.” At common law, a person was not required to retreat from his castle (home) when under attack.

Self-Defense of All 50 States, 2nd Ed. Updates as of 22 Mar 14

Self-Defense of All 50 States, 2nd Ed. Updates as of 22 Mar 14
Self-Defense of All 50 States, 2nd Ed. Updates as of 22 Mar 14 Here are the current state updates in the law of self-defense as of the above-date....