ARMED PERSONAL DEFENSE

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1 ARMED PERSONAL DEFENSE Basic CCW Course 4 Hour Training Course 1

2 Before we get started... Introduction of Instructors Doug Little - Director of Training No Firearms or Ammunition in the Classroom Facilities Schedule Classroom Safety Administrative Issues Course Disqualification Questions 2

3 Five Rules of Firearms Safety Rule One: ALWAYS Treat All Firearms as if they are Loaded Treat every firearm that you encounter as if it were a loaded firearm until you have personally verified its condition both visually and physically. Rule Two: ALWAYS Keep Firearms Pointed in a Safe Direction Never point the muzzle of your firearm at anything you are not willing to destroy. This includes YOURSELF. Rule Three: ALWAYS Keep Your Finger Off the Trigger Until Ready to Shoot Make sure that you keep your finger off the trigger of your firearm until you are on target and have made a conscious decision to shoot. Rule Four: ALWAYS Be Aware of Your Target and What is Behind It Pay particular attention to your target. Be absolutely sure that it deserves to be shot BEFORE you fire. Be aware of the area around and behind your target. You are responsible every round that leaves your firearm. Make sure you know where it will go. Rule Five: ALWAYS Maintain Positive Control of Your Firearm at All Times You are responsible for making sure that your firearm is under your control at all times. If you do not have it in your possession, you must insure that it will not fall into the hands of anyone who might use it to injure themselves or someone else. 3

4 When you ignore firearms safety... 4

5 Other Firearms Safety Rules Know how to operate your gun safely (read the owner s manual) Be sure your gun is safe to operate Only use the correct ammo for your gun (check gun, box, cartridge) Wear eye and ear protection as appropriate (minimum NRR 25) Never use drugs or alcohol before or during shooting 5

6 Eddie Eagle Safety Rules STOP! Don t Touch Leave the Area Call an Adult 6

7 The Combat Triad Mindset Marksmanship Gun Handling 7

8 Characteristics of a Sociopath Glib and superficial, egocentric and self-important. Lack of empathy, remorse or guilt. Weak and vulnerable are their favorite targets. Deceitful and manipulative. Poor behavior controls. Can be extremely impulsive. Needs excitement. Lack of responsibility. Exhibits anti-social behavior. 8

9 Developing the Combat Mindset Understanding the Contradictions Resolving the Legal, Moral, Social and Religious Issues. Overcoming the Natural Reluctance to Kill or Injure Another Person. Getting Your Mind in the Right Place Deciding Your Own Life is Worth Defending. Don t think Survive, think Win. You CANNOT WORRY about what happens to your OPPONENT. Accept the fact that you WILL be INJURED. Go on the OFFENSIVE - ATTACK YOUR ATTACKER. 9

10 Gaining the Initiative Action always beats reaction. The OODA Loop Surprise creates opportunity to regain the initiative. Observe Orient Decide Act 10

11 Anatomy of a Violent Criminal Attack Criminal Acts Have a Script Selecting a Victim The Approach and Initial Interview Taking Control of the Victim Taking the Prize The Getaway Three Pillars of Success for a Criminal I want it to be easy I don t want to get hurt I don t want to get caught Don t follow the Script and knock down the Pillars 11

12 Levels of Awareness Condition White -- Unaware of Surroundings Can be self imposed on imposed by environment Condition Yellow -- Relaxed Awareness Should be situationally and environmentally aware while armed. Condition Orange -- Potential Threat Identified Act to Reduce Threat - Use What If? Games to Visualize Response Condition Red -- Threat is Real - Action Required Action Taken Must Be Immediate and Decisive 12

13 Threat Response - Confront Think about what you might do before an attack occurs. What is your potential aggressor doing (demeanor)? Does your attacker have a weapon (knife, gun, etc.)? How close is your potential attacker? Will you have the opportunity to draw your firearm? Carry another personal protection device. Never give up or surrender your firearm. 13

14 Never Give Up... 14

15 OC Spray Oleoresin Capsaicin Strength measured in Scoville Heat Units or SHU (Habanero = 350,000 SHU - Jalapeno = 5000 SHU) O.C. is an oil based resin. It is not water soluble, but soap, shampoo or detergent will remove. Causes immediate closing of eyes, difficulty breathing, runny nose, coughing and upper body spasms forcing victim to bend over. Full effects last for minutes. Can linger for several hours. 15

16 OC Spray Demonstration 16

17 Law & Legal Discussion Application of the law must be consistent and predictable Concept of precedent in legal decision making You should NOT assume you understand the meaning of a criminal law by reading the statute and attaching your own meaning or definitions to it. 17

18 Criminal vs. Civil Legal System Criminal Civil Laws made and enforced by Government Burden of proof is beyond a reasonable doubt Right to legal counsel Presumed innocent No illegal search or seizure Right to a jury trial Cannot be compelled to testify against yourself Penalties include loss of money, property, liberty or life Laws come from English Common Law and are enforced by individuals Burden of proof is based on the preponderance of the evidence No right to counsel No presumption of innocence Full disclosure of all relevant information is required by all parties Limited right to jury trial Silence can be seen as evidence of guilt Penalties include only loss of money or property 18

19 Criminal and Civil Liability You may be charged criminally if you commit an act of gross negligence while attempting to defend yourself with a firearm. A criminal may NOT recover damages in a Civil action if their injuries occur during the commission of, attempted commission of or while fleeing the scene of a FELONY criminal act. Criminals in a Civil action may NOT deny a prior Criminal conviction that is relevant to the Civil action. 19

20 What exactly is Justification? Justification is providing just cause for committing an act that would otherwise be a crime. Self defense is a prime example. It is an explanation of why a person takes a particular course of action in a particular set of circumstances. It is not an excuse. Can be used as a legal defense in either a Civil or Criminal proceeding 20

21 Validating Justification Would a reasonable person respond in substantially the same manner in a similar set of circumstances? Is the threat that is being defended against credible? Is the response to the threat appropriate to the threat? Is there some unknown relationship or history that might bear on the validity of the justification. Is any use of force reasonable and appropriate to the level of threat that is being manifested. 21

22 Justification as a Legal Concept Justification must be provided for ANY use of force, either Physical Force or Deadly Force There is NO justification for the reckless injury or killing of an innocent bystander. Burden of Proof is on the Prosecution to show that you were NOT justified in using force. Does the use of any force end when the threat ends? Words alone NEVER justify the use of any type of force. 22

23 Castle Doctrine Laws Self-Defense is justified under the Castle Doctrine if the following apply: Someone has unlawfully or forcefully attempted to enter or has entered your residence, occupied vehicle, place of business, land or a building that you own or lease or any other place where you have a right to be. AZ law presumes that if someone is unlawfully or forcefully entering your residence or occupied vehicle, anyone in the residence or vehicle is considered to be under an imminent threat of deadly harm. Exceptions include someone who has a legal right to be in the residence or vehicle; a parent, grandparent or other person who has legal custody of of child occupying the residence or vehicle; or a law enforcement officer acting in performance of their official duties. Arizona is a Stand Your Ground state and does not require a retreat in the face of a lethal threat 23

24 Aftermath of a Legal Shooting Remain as calm as possible in the aftermath of the situation Make sure that you and your family are safe Remove any weapons that might be accessible to your assailant Call 911 and report the event. Request that they immediately send both Police and EMS. Identify yourself and give basic situational information 24

25 Aftermath of a Legal Shooting Keep 911 on the line while you await assistance. Make sure that you are not in possession of a weapon when the Police arrive on the scene Consider making no formal statement until you have an attorney. This is your legal right. Don t be intimidated. Expect for all present to be interviewed separately. Expect to be taken into Police custody as a result of the event, even though you appear justified. 25

26 Contact with Law Enforcement There is no legal requirement to volunteer the fact that you are an Arizona CCW Permit holder. If asked if you are armed or a permit holder by Police, you are legally required to answer truthfully. Police can legally require that you surrender your firearm during a traffic stop. Courtesy and cooperation go a very long way towards making your life easier during a traffic stop. 26

27 Firearms Laws and Reciprocity Arizona is a Shall Issue state regarding issuance of Concealed Carry permits Other states can be May Issue states that have broad discretion over who receives a Concealed Carry permit Some states offer Reciprocity while others offer Recognition States that do not recognize Non-Resident permits include Colorado, Florida, Maine, Michigan, New Hampshire, Ohio and South Carolina 27

28 Restaurant Carry in Arizona This sign must be placed next to the restaurant s state liquor license to be a valid posting under AZ liquor laws. If posted at the entrance, it is a valid posting under AZ criminal law. 28

29 Where you cannot legally carry firearms State law requires state and local governments to offer to check firearms a readily accessible site, immediately retrievable at departure, if they wish to prohibit them from being carried in their buildings. Private property where proper notice of no weapons permitted has been delivered either verbally or in the form of a sign at the entrance to the establishment. School property unless simply transiting the property. Any Federal office building, including Post Offices. Any correctional facility either public or private. 29

30 Where you cannot legally carry firearms Any polling place on election day. Any nuclear or hydroelectric generating station. Any military base unless permitted by the Commander. Any game preserve. State parks (if posted). Indian reservations in Arizona may or may not recognize the Arizona CCW Permit. Check Tribal Law. Inside the secure area of any airport (Duh!) 30

31 Administrative Rules - CCW Permit is good for 5 years from date of issuance. Renewal is the permit holder responsibility. Renewal must be submitted within 90 days prior to or 60 days after expiration with the applicable fee ($43) Military personnel deployed overseas are provided 90 days to renew following their deployment. Change of address must be submitted within 10 days More info available at: 31

32 Questions? 32

a. To effect an arrest or bring a subject under control;

a. To effect an arrest or bring a subject under control; 4500 USE OF FORCE GENERAL POLICY A. Policy There are varying degrees of force that may be justified depending on the dynamics of a situation. In each individual event, lawful and proper force shall be