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Firearm Laws and Drug Use: What Gun Owners Need to Know About 18 USC 922(g)(3)

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From Behind the Holster, the Concealed Coalition podcast. Hosted by Jody Picou, with Matt Wheeler and Yates Crawford. A Federal Law With a Definition Problem If you’ve ever taken a concealed carry class, you’ve heard an instructor say it: if you are a habitual user of a controlled substance, you cannot legally possess a firearm. …

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Behind the Holster hosts Jody Picou and Matt Wheeler.

Why Behind the Holster Exists: An Introduction to the Concealed Coalition Podcast

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From Behind the Holster, the Concealed Coalition podcast. Hosted by Jody Picou, with Matt Wheeler and Yates Crawford. The Firearms Industry Has a Misinformation Problem For decades, the conversation around firearms in America has been dominated by fear, politics, and outdated advice passed down through generations. Instructors telling students that anything less than a .45 …

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Was the Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act passed?

The Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act: Has It Been Passed in 2025?

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Gun owners across the U.S. have been closely following a proposed law that could significantly impact how concealed carry permits are honored from state to state. If you’ve found yourself asking was the Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act passed, you’re not alone. With frequent discussions at both the state and federal levels, this topic has become …

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Protect Illinois Communities Act: What’s New in January 2024

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In a significant move to regulate firearms in the state of Illinois, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed the Protect Illinois Communities Act (Public Act 102-1116) into law a year ago on January 10, 2023. This Act introduces new regulations regarding the sale and distribution of assault weapons, high-capacity magazines, and switches in the state of …

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Update on the California Data Release: Six Months Later

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Back in late June 2022, the California Attorney General’s office and Department of Justice landed themselves in some trouble when they leaked the personal data of over 192,000 concealed carry permit holders and applicants from 2011-2021. This information included names, races, home addresses, dates of birth, dates of permit issuance (if applicable), types of permits …

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Concealed Carry Permits Surge Across America

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According to the Crime Prevention Research Center, the number of concealed carry permits in the United States surged to over 17.25 million since March. They also report that more than 2 million guns are being purchased per month since March. The Brookings Institute cites this uptick to Americans feeling concerned about their personal security. This …

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