Editor’s Note: This is the fifth in a series by Chuck Klein, a recognized expert in firearms safety. This article is merely to foster thought and where appropriate, encourage further training in proper, safe and legal use of force by American Citizens The contents of this article should NOT be construed as legal advice.
Ed
If all the guns in the world could somehow be
magically removed; the weak, frail and vulnerable
would have no way of protecting themselves from
the thugs with bats, clubs and knives
17) You are 6’2” weighing 220# and legally carrying a handgun. While strolling through a public park, a man who appears to be about 5’2” weighing about 120# rapidly approaches you and at a distance of less than seven yards, raises his fists and begins shouting obscenities. There is no question in your mind that the intent of this person is to cause you serious harm. Do you:
a. Run away as fast as you can while trying to call 911;
b. Draw your handgun with one hand and use your other hand to possibly fend off this aggressive person;
c. Stand your ground and return his insults in a loud voice;
d. Draw your handgun and shoot him.
18) Match the term with the definition:
A. MAGAZINE
B. MUZZLE
C. FIREARM
D. BORE
E. HAMMER
F. SAFETY
G. BULLET
H. CHAMBER
I. CLIP
J. CARTRIDGE
1. Moveable mechanical part of the action which, when released, drives the firing pin into the primer.
2. Any weapon from which a projectile(s) is discharged by means of a rapidly burning or exploding propellant.
3. Inside portion of the breech formed to accommodate the cartridge.
4. The end of the barrel from which the discharged projectile exits
5. Device to hold cartridges for insertion into a cylinder or magazine.
6. The part of the cartridge that separates, exits from the muzzle, and impacts on the target.
7. Removable part of a pistol which holds cartridges in such a way as to facilitate the chambering of these cartridges during operational functioning.
8. A complete unit of ammunition which is comprised of the cartridge case, primer, propellant, and bullet – a loaded round of ammunition.
9. Part of the firearm through which the discharged bullet passes moving from chamber to muzzle.
10. Any device or mechanism which locks or blocks the trigger, hammer and/or sear to prevent unintentional discharge.
19) Exiting your home, you watch an unidentified man slash a tire on your car that is parked on the public street. You call 911 while shouting at the man to stop. He then begins pouring a liquid, with the distinct odor of gasoline, on your car. Do you:
a. Draw your legally carried handgun, point it at him and order him to stop;
b. Draw your legally carried handgun and shoot him before he can torch your car;
c. Shout at him while calling 911, but do not approach him;
d. Rush the man and physically attack him to keep him from doing further damage.
20) In the immediate aftermath of having to deploy lethal force to defend yourself with your legally carried firearm you should:
a. Be sure the threat is no longer a danger;
b. Holster/pocket your firearm;
c. Call 911, stating your name, location and a very brief description of the incident being sure to note you were defending your life;
d. Call your lawyer;
e. All of the above and in that order.
ANSWERS
17) a. Correct. Run away as fast as you can while trying to call 911.This is a tough choice to make. Suffice it to say that it might be best to be pummeled by this much smaller person while you try to get away and call 911than to have to defend yourself against charges of being the aggressor if you injure/kill him. In other words, in this (reverse) disparity of force incident it might be problematic to convince a jury that you believed he was about to subject you to great bodily harm or death;
b. Wrong. There is no need to draw your handgun. This is a disparity of force incident where the attacker is significantly smaller than you;
c. Wrong. Loud verbal exchanges might escalate the incident and might make you appear to be the aggressor;
d. Wrong. This is a disparity of force incident where the attacker is significantly smaller than you and using a firearm might lead to criminal charges against you.
18) A-7; B-4; C-2; D-9; E-1; F-10; G-6; H-3; I-5; J-8
19) a. Wrong. Pointing firearms in most jurisdictions is a criminal offense (see b. below);
b. Wrong. Lethal force to prevent destruction or protect property is not self-defense. The fire from you discharged gun could ignite the gasoline;
c. Correct. Property can be replaced – that’s what insurance is for; Unless property, be it a home, automobile or business is occupied, it can’t be defended with lethal force;
d. Wrong. Even if you are sure, you can physically overpower this criminal, it could escalate whereas you might be deemed the aggressor, or worse, burned if a spark ignites the gasoline.
20) a. Wrong. Not the best answer. See e. below. Of course, you must be sure the threat is unable to continue the attack either by the removal of his/her weapon or is physically incapable;
b. Wrong. Not the best answer. See e. below. Lest you be mistaken as the bad guy by responding LEOs, your firearm should be secured;
c. Wrong. Not the best answer. See e. below. An immediate call to 911, establishes you as cooperative. It is imperative to state that you were defending your life;
d. Wrong. Not the best answer. See e. below. You will need legal advice at the earliest opportunity;
e. Correct. All of the above and in that order.
© Chuck Klein, 2024
About the Author: Chuck Klein is a former: police officer, Tactical Defense Institute Level 6 firearms instructor and Licensed Private Investigator (ret.). He is currently: an active member of International Association of Law Enforcement Firearms Instructors (IALEFI), NRA Certified Firearms Instructor and the author of INSTINCT COMBAT SHOOTING, Defensive Handgunning for Police; LINES OF DEFENSE, Police Ideology and the Constitution. His education includes Bachelor of Laws. Information about his writings and e-mail contact is available on his web site: chuckklein.com
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I failed the test. I just shot the criminal every time. But I do live in rural Louisiana.