Harrop: Laws That Allow the Open Carry of Firearms are Insane

If I feared my home could be invaded by what Mark McCloskey said was an “out-of-control mob,” I’d be inside, crouched under a window. The couple argued that the protesters were trespassing on their private lane, which was true but not an excuse for brandishing firearms. A St. Louis grand jury charged the McCloskeys with … Read more

Brandishing: What It Is, Why It’s Bad, And What You Need To Know

Brandishing is the act of displaying a gun in a manner meant to intimidate, threaten or otherwise make a person feel bad. Most of the time it denotes a handgun, but it would apply equally to a long gun. Be aware that the legal definition will vary from state to state. You need to do … Read more