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A week ago last Friday, on May 17, Judge Mary Marlow Sommer, presiding over the manslaughter trial of Alec Baldwin in the shooting death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of low-budge western movie "Rust," heard oral arguments around the defense team's motion to dismiss the grand jury indictment on a number of grounds. This motion was, of course, contested by Special Prosecutor Kari Morrissey. Although my own legal sense is that the motion was without substantive merit, it was interesting to observe Judge Sommer go rather hard at Prosecutor Morrissey on some of the key arguments raised by the defense team. #alecbaldwin #halynahutchins #rust I covered that oral argument here at Law of Self Defense last Saturday, May 18. Nevertheless, last week Judge Morrissey issued her ruling denying the defense motion to dismiss the grand jury indictment, and so we will be proceeding to the actual manslaughter trial, with jury selection scheduled for July 9 and the trial proper scheduled to begin July 10. I will, of course, be live streaming the trial for its duration. Today we dig into Judge Sommer's denial order, and see to what extent it tracks with my own legal reasoning on the dismissal of the indictment arguments on each side. THERE IS ONLY ONE SELF-DEFENSE "INSURANCE" PROVIDER I TRUST! There are lots of self-defense "insurance" companies out there. Some are hot garbage. Some have limited resources. Some are simply, in my view, untrustworthy. But there is ONE that I PERSONALLY TRUST to protect myself and my family. LEARN which ONE I TRUST by clicking HERE: https://lawofselfdefense.com/trust Disclaimer - Content is for educational & entertainment purposes only, and does not constitute legal advice. If you are in need of legal advice you must retain competent legal counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

A New York City liquor store owner finds two men stealing, and shoves them out the door onto the sidewalk. A verbal dispute continues, and one of the thieves charges at the store owner standing in his doorway, punching and kicking. The store owner then follows the thief out onto the sidewalk, and throws a right hand at the thief. In that right hand, however, was a pistol, and it discharges as the blow lands, resulting in a gun shot wound to the thief. Presumably the shot is unintentional. The store owner has now ben charged with two counts of assault and is looking at 7 years in prison. (The thieves have been charged with petit larceny, and are looking at 1 year each.) Could this shooting be justified as self-defense by the store owner? Join us LIVE at 11 AM ET as we break down the video of this confrontation, in the context of New York self-defense law, all in plain English! THERE IS ONLY ONE SELF-DEFENSE "INSURANCE" PROVIDER I TRUST! There are lots of self-defense "insurance" companies out there. Some are hot garbage. Some have limited resources. Some are simply, in my view, untrustworthy. But there is ONE that I PERSONALLY TRUST to protect myself and my family. LEARN which ONE I TRUST by clicking HERE: https://lawofselfdefense.com/trust Disclaimer - Content is for educational & entertainment purposes only, and does not constitute legal advice. If you are in need of legal advice you must retain competent legal counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

Very brief, personal show today, folks--this will be my one and only public statement regarding the recent news about my friend Nick Rekieta. No emotionless legal analysis today--just personal commentary and introspection. I rather doubt we'll go 10 minutes. Back on the regular schedule tomorrow, Saturday, May 25, with our review of the NYC liquor store shooting.

A New York City liquor store owner finds two men stealing, and shoves them out the door onto the sidewalk. A verbal dispute continues, and one of the thieves charges at the store owner standing in his doorway, punching and kicking. The store owner then follows the thief out onto the sidewalk, and throws a right hand at the thief. In that right hand, however, was a pistol, and it discharges as the blow lands, resulting in a gun shot wound to the thief. Presumably the shot is unintentional. The store owner has now ben charged with two counts of assault and is looking at 7 years in prison. (The thieves have been charged with petit larceny, and are looking at 1 year each.) Could this shooting be justified as self-defense by the store owner? Join us LIVE at 11 AM ET as we break down the video of this confrontation, in the context of New York self-defense law, all in plain English! THERE IS ONLY ONE SELF-DEFENSE "INSURANCE" PROVIDER I TRUST! There are lots of self-defense "insurance" companies out there. Some are hot garbage. Some have limited resources. Some are simply, in my view, untrustworthy. But there is ONE that I PERSONALLY TRUST to protect myself and my family. LEARN which ONE I TRUST by clicking HERE: https://lawofselfdefense.com/trust Disclaimer - Content is for educational & entertainment purposes only, and does not constitute legal advice. If you are in need of legal advice you must retain competent legal counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

A Wyoming cop UNLAWFULLY breaches a man's home, homeowner shoots cop, cop kills homeowner--and the local prosecutor decides that's so obviously lawful self-defense that it doesn't even need to go to a jury. Wait, WHAT? THERE IS ONLY ONE SELF-DEFENSE "INSURANCE" PROVIDER I TRUST! There are lots of self-defense "insurance" companies out there. Some are hot garbage. Some have limited resources. Some are simply, in my view, untrustworthy. But there is ONE that I PERSONALLY TRUST to protect myself and my family. LEARN which ONE I TRUST by clicking HERE: https://lawofselfdefense.com/trust Disclaimer - Content is for educational & entertainment purposes only, and does not constitute legal advice. If you are in need of legal advice you must retain competent legal counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

Is it possible that pointing what one knows to be a real gun at another human being, cocking the hammer, pulling the trigger, contrary to all industry practices and safety guidelines, and without first ensuring there is no live ammo in the gun, and killing someone as a result, is simply not a crime? Earlier this month the defense lawyers for Alec Baldwin--awaiting trial on a charge of involuntary manslaughter for the shooting death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the movie set of "Rust" after Baldwin fired a fatal bullet into her chest--filed a motion with the trial court essentially arguing that even if everything the prosecution says about Baldwin's conduct is true, it still does not amount to a crime. In today's show we'll both cover the general legal doctrines that govern in the context of causing an unintended death in the course of mishandling an inherently dangerous instrument, such as a gun, as well as walk through the defense "Motion to Dismiss the Indictment for Failure to Allege a Criminal Offense." #alecbaldwin #rust #halynahutchins THERE IS ONLY ONE SELF-DEFENSE "INSURANCE" PROVIDER I TRUST! There are lots of self-defense "insurance" companies out there. Some are hot garbage. Some have limited resources. Some are simply, in my view, untrustworthy. But there is ONE that I PERSONALLY TRUST to protect myself and my family. LEARN which ONE I TRUST by clicking HERE: https://lawofselfdefense.com/trust Disclaimer - Content is for educational & entertainment purposes only, and does not constitute legal advice. If you are in need of legal advice you must retain competent legal counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

Yesterday Judge Mary Marlowe Sommer, presiding over the upcoming manslaughter trial of Alec Baldwin, for the killing of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the set of low-budget western movie "Rust," held a hearing to resolve a motion by Baldwin's highly paid defense team asking that the grand jury indictment against their client be dismissed. Arguing counter to that defense motion is prosecutor Kari T. Morrissey. Morriseey also prosecuted the manslaughter charges against "Rust" armorer Hannah Gutierrez, whose trial was also presided over by Judge Sommer. Gutierrez was found guilty of involuntary manslaughter, and sentenced to the maximum of 18 months by Judge Sommer. The Baldwin defense team has filed several motions demanding that his indictment be dismissed, largely on grounds that seem spurious. Nevertheless, they are being highly paid to advocate zealously for their client, and this challenge of the indictment is part of that defense. Yesterday Judge Morrow finally heard the oral arguments of the parties, as a final step before she issues a ruling on the defense motion to dismiss the grand jury indictment--and THAT'S what we'll be covering in today's show. Join me LIVE at 11 AM ET! I've covered the State responses in various previous shows: LIVE! Prosecution SLAPS DOWN Baldwin Defense! (1/3) https://youtube.com/live/pI0Yw2_Ww3E LIVE! Prosecution SLAPS DOWN Baldwin Defense! (2/3) https://youtube.com/live/tJ7qca0z2ic LIVE! Prosecution SLAPS DOWN Baldwin Defense! (3/3) https://youtube.com/live/XKwRwQSa1m8 THERE IS ONLY ONE SELF-DEFENSE "INSURANCE" PROVIDER I TRUST! There are lots of self-defense "insurance" companies out there. Some are hot garbage. Some have limited resources. Some are simply, in my view, untrustworthy. But there is ONE that I PERSONALLY TRUST to protect myself and my family. LEARN which ONE I TRUST by clicking HERE: https://lawofselfdefense.com/trust Disclaimer - Content is for educational & entertainment purposes only, and does not constitute legal advice. If you are in need of legal advice you must retain competent legal counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

Yesterday, May 16, Texas Governor Greg Abbott issued a full and complete pardon to Daniel Perry, on the recommendation of the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles. Perry had been convicted of the murder of AK-47 armed Black Lives Matter protestor Garrett Foster during a 2020 BLM protest in Austin TX. The jury rejected Perry's claim of self-defense, and Perry was subsequently sentenced to 25 years in prison. Although Gov. Abbott had soon after the trial promised to pardon Perry if the Board of Pardons so recommended, I'd personally expressed some skepticism that a pardon would ever actually issue--not for legal reasons, but for political reasons. Now that a pardon has issued, the firestorm of outrage over this case has re-ignited. Is the Governor's pardon a lawless genuflection to racist fascism, as the Progressive Left claims? Or is the pardon simple justice for an American serviceman who was merely exercising his Second Amend right to bear arms and his legal privilege of self-defense, and whose conviction was itself unjust? Join me LIVE at 11 AM ET for a REAL LAWYER take on this controversial use-of-force event, trial, and pardon! #DanielPerry THERE IS ONLY ONE SELF-DEFENSE "INSURANCE" PROVIDER I TRUST! There are lots of self-defense "insurance" companies out there. Some are hot garbage. Some have limited resources. Some are simply, in my view, untrustworthy. But there is ONE that I PERSONALLY TRUST to protect myself and my family. LEARN which ONE I TRUST by clicking HERE: https://lawofselfdefense.com/trust Disclaimer - Content is for educational & entertainment purposes only, and does not constitute legal advice. If you are in need of legal advice you must retain competent legal counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

Two days ago, Attorney William Kirk, the President of law firm Washington Gun Law, released a YouTube video on his extremely popular channel (~360,000 subscribers) providing legal analysis of the tragic shooting death of Roger Fortson. The title of that video: "The Florida Man Who Was Executed for Exercising His Constitutional Rights." (Find it here: https://youtu.be/IWepSw11YiA?si=_mxXsCsqGFyz5yGQ) Given that this analysis was by a fellow attorney popular with the gun community, I eagerly looked forward to his analysis. It was, to say the least, disappointing. Indeed, a good case can be made that the video not only failed to provide anything resembling sound legal analysis, it was rife with emotionally-laden misinformation. Indeed, the video makes zero--as in zip, zilch, none--reference to any relevant Florida law that would determine if Fortson's shooting was legally justified. Not a word. In my opinion, criminal defense lawyers in particular should do better when covering such high-profile, emotionally-charged use-of-force events. Join me for my own take on Attorney Kirk's "analysis" of the Fortson shooting, live at 11 AM ET. #rogerfortson THERE IS ONLY ONE SELF-DEFENSE "INSURANCE" PROVIDER I TRUST! There are lots of self-defense "insurance" companies out there. Some are hot garbage. Some have limited resources. Some are simply, in my view, untrustworthy. But there is ONE that I PERSONALLY TRUST to protect myself and my family. LEARN which ONE I TRUST by clicking HERE: https://lawofselfdefense.com/trust Disclaimer - Content is for educational & entertainment purposes only, and does not constitute legal advice. If you are in need of legal advice you must retain competent legal counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

On Friday, May 3 a Florida deputy responded to a domestic violence call. Arriving at the apartment complex the deputy was met by the woman who'd made the call, who directed him to apartment 1401, in which she believed the violence to be occurring. The deputy knocked on the door, standing on either side for purposes of safety. When the door opened, the deputy was presented with a man with a gun plainly visible in his hand. The deputy immediately drew his service pistol and shot the man, killing him. That man would turn out to be Roger Fortson, a US Airman who was not, in fact, involved in a domestic violence event, and who by all accounts was doing nothing illegal at all when fatally shot by the deputy. Fueled by the usual lies of race baiter Benjamin Crump, as well as by visions of how the world might be if perfect, the internet is hysterical with outrage. Could this tragic shooting nevertheless be lawful? Is it necessarily murder? Manslaughter? Or is it simply not a crime at all under the law of self-defense? Join me LIVE at 11 AM for an EMOTION-LESS, LAW-BASED analysis of the police shooting of Roger Fortson. Join me LIVE at 11 AM ET to discuss! #Rogerfortson THERE IS ONLY ONE SELF-DEFENSE "INSURANCE" PROVIDER I TRUST! There are lots of self-defense "insurance" companies out there. Some are hot garbage. Some have limited resources. Some are simply, in my view, untrustworthy. But there is ONE that I PERSONALLY TRUST to protect myself and my family. LEARN which ONE I TRUST by clicking HERE: https://lawofselfdefense.com/trust Disclaimer - Content is for educational & entertainment purposes only, and does not constitute legal advice. If you are in need of legal advice you must retain competent legal counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

It's finally happened--you've encountered "sum dude" who is trying to kill you. Fortunately, you've prepared for this fateful day, and are armed for a deadly force encounter--with a hand grenade. You pull the pin, toss the frag, and BOOM! Problem solved! Or IS it? Can it POSSIBLY be lawful to use a hand grenade to stop your lethal attacker? Even less clear--what if your hand grenade also kills or woulds innocent bystanders? Can THAT possibly be lawful? Join us as we cover a real-world state Supreme Court decision that explores PRECISELY this question--under what circumstances could even a hand grenade in a place full of innocent civilians nevertheless qualify as lawful self-defense and leave the grenadier free of any criminal liability? Join me LIVE at 11 AM ET to discuss! THERE IS ONLY ONE SELF-DEFENSE "INSURANCE" PROVIDER I TRUST! There are lots of self-defense "insurance" companies out there. Some are hot garbage. Some have limited resources. Some are simply, in my view, untrustworthy. But there is ONE that I PERSONALLY TRUST to protect myself and my family. LEARN which ONE I TRUST by clicking HERE: https://lawofselfdefense.com/trust Disclaimer - Content is for educational & entertainment purposes only, and does not constitute legal advice. If you are in need of legal advice you must retain competent legal counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

Suddenly you see another person being threatened with physical violence. You have the means and opportunity to come to their defense. Should you? Are you aware of the very real risks you're incurring if you do so--risks of death and life in prison? Have you thought through the scenarios in which you're willing to incur those risks? For yourself? For your wife and children and others you have a duty to support? Today we discuss these questions in the specific context of a tragic defense of others event that just recently occurred, as well as in a more general sense. Join me at 11 AM ET to discuss! FREE BOOK! “The Law of Self Defense: Principles” Physical book, 200+ pages, we just ask that you cover the S&H: http://lawofselfdefense.com/freebook Disclaimer - Content is for educational & entertainment purposes only, and does not constitute legal advice. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

In today's Law of Self Defense Q&A Show we'll address a variety of self-defense law questions, including: Is my garage part of my "Castle"? What if you mistakenly defend the wrong person you see in a struggle? What if I cause collateral damage, or hit a bystander, when shooting in self-defense? Can you recommend a defense lawyer/use-of-force expert, just in case I need one? Should my lawyer be my first call after a self-defense shooting? And I'll also take Q&A from the livestream audience, as time permits. FREE BOOK! “The Law of Self Defense: Principles” Physical book, 200+ pages, we just ask that you cover the S&H: http://lawofselfdefense.com/freebook Disclaimer - Content is for educational & entertainment purposes only, and does not constitute legal advice. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

At Law of Self Defense we generally talk about the use of defensive force in self-defense against other PEOPLE. But what about the use of force in defense against ANIMALS? The rules of engagement are not at all the same when defending against animals rather than people. Lawful defense against animal attacks topic for today's show, prompted by an attack by a pack of Pit Bulls on a Philadelphia man earlier this week. Join me LIVE at 11 AM to discuss! FREE BOOK! “The Law of Self Defense: Principles” Physical book, 200+ pages, we just ask that you cover the S&H: http://lawofselfdefense.com/freebook Disclaimer - Content is for educational & entertainment purposes only, and does not constitute legal advice. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

On Monday, April 29, 2024, around 1:30 p.m., the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force was attempting to serve active felony warrants for unlawful felon gun possession and felony flight to elude on 39-year-old convict Terry Clark Hughes, Jr. As officers approached, Hughes began firing at them, striking multiple officers. The officers responded in kind, and the gunfight was on. By the time the smoke cleared, Hughes was dead. Unfortunately, eight of the officers involved had been short, four of them fatally. Today we'll take a look at a variety of legal questions that arise from these kinds of engagements including: Is the suspect's home the safest place to secure their arrest? Can it ever be lawful to shoot at police? Should a felon who has served their time regain their gun rights? And much more! We'll also, of course, take Q&A from our Law of Self Defense Members. Join me LIVE at 11AM ET! FREE BOOK! “The Law of Self Defense: Principles” Physical book, 200+ pages, we just ask that you cover the S&H: http://lawofselfdefense.com/freebook Disclaimer - Content is for educational & entertainment purposes only, and does not constitute legal advice. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

An Ohio police officer responds to a call of a man walking around a residential neighborhood pointing a gun at homes. As the officer pulls up, he sees a suspect that matches the description called in. The officer begins to verbally engage with the suspect--and within seconds has fired a shot as he spots an apparent gun in the suspect's hand. The apparent gun would later be determined to be a toy. Ohio happens to be an Open Carry state, meaning it is lawful to openly carry a firearm in public. Does that make this officer's shooting of this suspect unlawful? What if it is determined that the suspect had only the most innocent of intentions in possessing that apparent gun. Join me LIVE at Noon ET to discuss the video of this shooting! FREE BOOK! “The Law of Self Defense: Principles” Physical book, 200+ pages, we just ask that you cover the S&H: http://lawofselfdefense.com/freebook Disclaimer - Content is for educational & entertainment purposes only, and does not constitute legal advice. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

Discover the surprising things that can be used against you in court, even if you never knew they could be. In the eyes of the law, every decision and choice you make can potentially work against you. Join us as we delve into the intricate workings of the criminal justice system and uncover how seemingly innocent actions can be used as ammunition in a court of law. Stay informed and be prepared. Join me LIVE at 11 AM ET! FREE BOOK! “The Law of Self Defense: Principles” Physical book, 200+ pages, we just ask that you cover the S&H: http://lawofselfdefense.com/freebook Disclaimer - Content is for educational & entertainment purposes only, and does not constitute legal advice. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

Join me LIVE as I delve into Alec Baldwin's legal defense team's outrageous antics in the trial for the tragic death of Halyna Hutchins on the set of "Rust." With arguments that seem more fit for a soap opera than a courtroom, Baldwin's defense team is making waves with their emotionally charged and legally absurd motions. Witness the drama unfold as we analyze the latest developments in this high-profile case. Stay tuned for a breakdown of the wild ride that is the Baldwin legal defense team's strategy. Join me LIVE at 11 AM ET today for the breakdown of Baldwin defense team's most recent motion to dismiss the indictment against their client. FREE BOOK! “The Law of Self Defense: Principles” Physical book, 200+ pages, we just ask that you cover the S&H: http://lawofselfdefense.com/freebook Disclaimer - Content is for educational & entertainment purposes only, and does not constitute legal advice. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

Shocking video has been released showing a North Carolina Department of Transportation worker attempting to use a pistol to prevent the theft of his work truck. He fires several rounds at the thief, who manages to drive the truck away backwards. Unfortunately, the thief then drives the truck back to the scene of conflict, running down and killing the NC DOT worker. The thief has now been charged with murder, larceny of a vehicle, and other crimes--but, of course, the NC DOT worker remains dead. What went wrong in this tragic scenario? What were the legal errors, if any? What were the tactical errors, if any? Join me LIVE at 11 AM ET to discuss. NOTE THIS IS ONE HOUR EARLIER THAN OUR USUAL TIME! FREE BOOK! “The Law of Self Defense: Principles” Physical book, 200+ pages, we just ask that you cover the S&H: http://lawofselfdefense.com/freebook Disclaimer - Content is for educational & entertainment purposes only, and does not constitute legal advice. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

Watch as a shocking incident unfolds in San Jose, CA, where a group of brazen car thieves steal a Corvette in plain sight of security cameras, knowing they are being filmed, while threatening the owner's life if he attempts to prevent the theft. Should such thieves threatening deadly force to complete their crime themselves be at jeopardy of deadly defensive force by the property owner? Could it possibly be lawful for an armed property owner to simply shoot down such thieves to protect his property? If so, is this a case of the owner valuing his property over the lives of the thieves, or rather a case of the thieves valuing someone else's property more than they do their own lives? Join this LIVE debate on whether it should be legal for individuals to use deadly force to protect their personal property in situations like this. Share your thoughts on this alarming scenario and the implications it raises for personal safety and property rights. BECOME A LAW OF SELF DEFENSE EXPERT IN ONE DAY! Twice a year Attorney Andrew Branca hosts a LIVE full-day Law of Self Defense Advanced Webinar--and one of those rare opportunities is coming up on Saturday, April 20, 2024. Learn how to be HARD TO CONVICT if you're ever compelled to defend yourself, your family, or your property against criminal predation, IN A SINGLE DAY. Learn how the criminal justice system perceives and evaluates claims of self-defense, learn the five elements of any self-defense claim, learn defense of others and property, learn how to interact with the police in the aftermath of a use-of-force event, and much, MUCH more. Click here NOW to learn more: https://lawofselfdefense.com/advanced Disclaimer - Content is for educational & entertainment purposes only, and does not constitute legal advice. If you are in need of legal advice you must retain competent legal counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

Watch as a dramatic incident unfolds on the streets of Philly as a driver transporting a significant amount of cash becomes the target of a brazen armed robbery. The intense confrontation, captured on the victim's dash camera, escalates into a shootout between the two parties. With both individuals armed, the situation quickly turns dangerous, leading to shots being fired and the robber ultimately fleeing the scene. But the question remains, were the parting shots fired by the victim justified? Join us as we analyze this intense altercation and explore the complexities of self-defense and the use of force in such harrowing situations. Who do you think was in the right? Watch the video to find out! Join me LIVE at Noon ET to watch the video of this unsuccessful robbery, and discuss the limits of Imminence! BECOME A LAW OF SELF DEFENSE EXPERT IN ONE DAY! Twice a year Attorney Andrew Branca hosts a LIVE full-day Law of Self Defense Advanced Webinar--and one of those rare opportunities is coming up on Saturday, April 20, 2024. Learn how to be HARD TO CONVICT if you're ever compelled to defend yourself, your family, or your property against criminal predation, IN A SINGLE DAY. Learn how the criminal justice system perceives and evaluates claims of self-defense, learn the five elements of any self-defense claim, learn defense of others and property, learn how to interact with the police in the aftermath of a use-of-force event, and much, MUCH more. Click here NOW to learn more: https://lawofselfdefense.com/advanced Disclaimer - Content is for educational & entertainment purposes only, and does not constitute legal advice. If you are in need of legal advice you must retain competent legal counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

In today's show I do a LIVE reading of the Prosecutor's SPICY response to Alec Baldwin's lame attempt to get his manslaughter indictment dismissed! I covered the the defense motion to dismiss the indictment in two shows over this past weekend, and it's probably best to view that first for best context: Part 1: https://youtube.com/live/pI0Yw2_Ww3E Part 2: https://youtube.com/live/tJ7qca0z2ic Almost exactly one month ago (March 14), Alec Baldwin's legal team submitted a motion to their client's manslaughter trial court to have the grand jury indictment against Baldwin dismissed. The motion makes many claims of misconduct against the prosecution, and particularly emphasizes the failure of the prosecution to present substantial exculpatory evidence to the grand jury. Just about a week ago (April 5), Special Prosecutor Kari Morrissey filed her response motion--and it is ON FIRE! Join me LIVE today at Noon ET as I cover the defense response! BECOME A LAW OF SELF DEFENSE EXPERT IN ONE DAY! Twice a year Attorney Andrew Branca hosts a LIVE full-day Law of Self Defense Advanced Webinar--and one of those rare opportunities is coming up on Saturday, April 20, 2024. Learn how to be HARD TO CONVICT if you're ever compelled to defend yourself, your family, or your property against criminal predation, IN A SINGLE DAY. Learn how the criminal justice system perceives and evaluates claims of self-defense, learn the five elements of any self-defense claim, learn defense of others and property, learn how to interact with the police in the aftermath of a use-of-force event, and much, MUCH more. Click here NOW to learn more: https://lawofselfdefense.com/advanced Disclaimer - Content is for educational & entertainment purposes only, and does not constitute legal advice. If you are in need of legal advice you must retain competent legal counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

Join me in today's show as I complete the reading of the defense motion to dismiss the grand jury indictment against Alex Baldwin for the manslaughter of Halyna Hutchins on the set of the movie "Rust." Almost exactly one month ago (March 14), Alec Baldwin's legal team submitted a motion to their client's manslaughter trial court to have the grand jury indictment against Baldwin dismissed. The motion makes many claims of misconduct against the prosecution, and particularly emphasizes the failure of the prosecution to present substantial exculpatory evidence to the grand jury. Just about a week ago (April 5), Special Prosecutor Kari Morrissey filed her response motion--and it is ON FIRE! Join me live today at 10 AM ET as I cover both motions! BECOME A LAW OF SELF DEFENSE EXPERT IN ONE DAY! Twice a year Attorney Andrew Branca hosts a LIVE full-day Law of Self Defense Advanced Webinar--and one of those rare opportunities is coming up on Saturday, April 20, 2024. Learn how to be HARD TO CONVICT if you're ever compelled to defend yourself, your family, or your property against criminal predation, IN A SINGLE DAY. Learn how the criminal justice system perceives and evaluates claims of self-defense, learn the five elements of any self-defense claim, learn defense of others and property, learn how to interact with the police in the aftermath of a use-of-force event, and much, MUCH more. And for a brief time you can SAVE UP TO 50% by registering during the early discount period. Click here NOW to learn more: https://lawofselfdefense.com/advanced Disclaimer - Content is for educational & entertainment purposes only, and does not constitute legal advice. If you are in need of legal advice you must retain competent legal counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

Almost exactly one month ago (March 14), Alec Baldwin's legal team submitted a motion to their client's manslaughter trial court to have the grand jury indictment against Baldwin dismissed. The motion makes many claims of misconduct against the prosecution, and particularly emphasizes the failure of the prosecution to present substantial exculpatory evidence to the grand jury. Just about a week ago (April 5), Special Prosecutor Kari Morrissey filed her response motion--and it is ON FIRE! Join me live today at 2 PM ET as I cover both motions! I may also have a little bonus content in between covering each motion! BECOME A LAW OF SELF DEFENSE EXPERT IN ONE DAY! Twice a year Attorney Andrew Branca hosts a LIVE full-day Law of Self Defense Advanced Webinar--and one of those rare opportunities is coming up on Saturday, April 20, 2024. Learn how to be HARD TO CONVICT if you're ever compelled to defend yourself, your family, or your property against criminal predation, IN A SINGLE DAY. Learn how the criminal justice system perceives and evaluates claims of self-defense, learn the five elements of any self-defense claim, learn defense of others and property, learn how to interact with the police in the aftermath of a use-of-force event, and much, MUCH more. And for a brief time you can SAVE UP TO 50% by registering during the early discount period. Click here NOW to learn more: https://lawofselfdefense.com/advanced Disclaimer - Content is for educational & entertainment purposes only, and does not constitute legal advice. If you are in need of legal advice you must retain competent legal counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.

Join Attorney Andrew F. Branca as he concludes his minute-by-minute live legal analysis and commentary of the murder trial of Nicolae Mui over the stabbings on the Apple River in Wisconsin. On July 30, 2022, Wisconsin-man Nicolae Miu got into a confrontation with several other tubers on the Apple river. He would end up stabbing five people, killing one--17-year-old Isaac Shuman. Miu is now charged with murder, and his trial began this past Monday. He is raising the legal defense of self-defense. Join me LIVE at 11 AM ET! BECOME A LAW OF SELF DEFENSE EXPERT IN ONE DAY! Twice a year Attorney Andrew Branca hosts a LIVE full-day Law of Self Defense Advanced Webinar--and one of those rare opportunities is coming up on Saturday, April 20, 2024. Learn how to be HARD TO CONVICT if you're ever compelled to defend yourself, your family, or your property against criminal predation, IN A SINGLE DAY. Learn how the criminal justice system perceives and evaluates claims of self-defense, learn the five elements of any self-defense claim, learn defense of others and property, learn how to interact with the police in the aftermath of a use-of-force event, and much, MUCH more. And for a brief time you can SAVE UP TO 50% by registering during the early discount period. Click here NOW to learn more: https://lawofselfdefense.com/advanced Disclaimer - Content is for educational & entertainment purposes only, and does not constitute legal advice. If you are in need of legal advice you must retain competent legal counsel in the relevant jurisdiction. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. #NicolaeMiu #MurderTrial #Analysis #TrueCrime #Justice #CourtroomDrama #LegalAnalysis #LiveStream #CrimeScene #Investigation #CriminalJustice #Courtroom #Evidence #TrialAnalysis #CrimeStory #JusticeSystem #LawAndOrder #CrimeSceneInvestigation #CrimeAnalysis #TrialCoverage