Author's Note - This is the second in a short series on the fundamentals of self-defense. Self-defense is a personal choice and a person considering arming themselves for that purpose should give all aspects of it full consideration. These posts are merely intended as a legal survey. They are not intended as a comprehensive discussion of self-defense legally, morally, or tactically. So 'stand your ground' is kind of a trick title. Contrary to what our news media may believe t

Author's Note - This is the first in a short series. Self-defense is a personal choice and a person considering arming themselves for that purpose should give all aspects of it full consideration. These posts are merely intended as a legal survey. They are not intended as a comprehensive discussion of self-defense legally, morally, or tactically. The Castle Doctrine The smoke in front of you clears slowly, but the ringing in your ears persists. There's a new smell in the dar