CPL Content Review Study Guide

CPL Content Review

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CPL Content Review Introduction  This presentation is for training purposes only and is not meant to be legal advice. For legal advice please contact our legal consultant.  Michael Klockow ‐ Attorney 248 ‐ 309 ‐ 3564  This presentation contains 93 slides and is timed to run a 12 seconds per slide. Automatic run time is about 20 min.  The slide viewing duration can be managed by the control bar at the bottom of the screen.  Questions, contact HGTS at 248 ‐ 309 ‐ 9579

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Power and Responsibility

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 The Power of Life and Death is yours to make.  The Concealed Handgun is an EMERGECY TOOL that is used in an EMERGENCY SITUATION when deadly force is required to protect human life.  A person can be held criminally and civilly liable for wrongfully pointing or discharging a pistol at another person. This could result in trauma to yourself and your family, the loss of freedom, loss of employment, related wages and health benefits, and future wages and employment. There is always the possibility of prosecution and/or a wrongful death lawsuit .  True self defense is when you are the innocent victim of someone else's actions, you did not cause the situation, you did not start the incident and you are forced to take action to defend yourself . Defending others is an option only you can make.

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CPL Preparation Reviw

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 This is a study guide of CPL laws and related Information. It is not meant to be legal advice.  If you want addition clarification on the material in this presentation contact us and we can refer you to our attorney if needed.  If you don’t know or understand the laws and how to apply them. ASK and we will help you.  248-309-9579

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Definitions  CCW/CPL Both of these abbreviations are often used to refer to the Michigan Concealed Pistol License. (The license required to carry a concealed handgun).  CPL is the Michigan Concealed Pistol License  CCW refers to concealed carry weapons laws

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Definitions

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 Under the Michigan CPL laws a handgun is the only “weapon ” you can carry concealed.  Preemption The state controls CPL laws - local government cannot have more restrictive or different laws.  Reciprocity Another state allows a Michigan resident to carry a handgun in that state according to that states laws.

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Qualification and Handguns

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 You can qualify for the CPL class with any caliber of handgun.  You are not required to qualify for the CPL class with the handgun you will carry.  The CPL is attached to you ‐ not a specific handgun  You are not required by law to re ‐ qualify or demonstrate proficiency with a CPL instructor to carry other handguns purchased after you qualify for the CPL.

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ccw license

8  The CPL license is valid for 5 years  The First-time initial CPL license will expire on your birthday of the 4 th or 5th year.  The renewal of your license will expire on your birthday of the 5 th year  You are notified of the expiration date by your county clerk 3-6 months before license expires .  After receiving your CPL you can carry any other handgun without qualifying with an instructor.

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License and Training

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 The renewal applicant can apply 6 months before to one year after the CPL expiration date.  Renewal requires the CPL holder to complete 3 hours of "required" training and one hour at the range within the preceding 6 months prior to re-applying for their CPL  “Required” meaning up-to-date regardi ng all applicable laws and CPL carry requirements.  Shooting skills should be at the new applicant level.

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License and Training

10  There is no minimum number of handguns that you can carry concealed.

 There is no “mandated” syllabus for renewal training recurrent training during the duration of your license, just the requirement to maintain your knowledge and skills.  “Renewal study” does not mandate CPL instructor training .  You will only be as good as you want to be!

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Laws and legal Updates ‐ Your responsibility

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 You are required to know how to find and stay current on all applicable laws.  You are required to know the laws of other states where you intend to carry your handgun.  You are required to know and demonstrate safe operation of your concealed carry handgun.  You are required to maintain your CPL shooting skills.

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Laws and legal Updates ‐ Your responsibility

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 You can carry a handgun on most forms of transportation as long as that does not violate other laws. Refer to TSA and state law for rules regarding public transportation.  You do not need a CPL to carry concealed on your property or lands possessed by you.

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HANDGUN POSSESSION

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 Must 18 years old to own a handgun  Persons 18 but not 21 can only purchase from a private party.  The purchaser must acquire a purchase permit from local P.D  Must be 21 to purchase from a FFL dealer  Must 21 to purchase handgun ammunition from a FFL gun dealer. 3/3/2021 Handgun Training Specialists

Handgun purchase

14  All purchase, sales or transfers must be done in the state of Michigan by residents of Michigan that can legally sell and purchase a handgun.  Handguns acquired out of state by a resident of Michigan must be transferred from the out of state source into the state of Michigan through (FFL) Federally Licensed Gun Dealers (transfer fees usually apply).

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Handgun Purchase

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 All handgun purchases requires a (NICS) (National Instant Criminal Background Check System)  The completion of a pistol sales record form  Completion of ATF form 4473  Point of sale purchase (P.O.S) process ‐ Handguns can be purchased from a gun dealer without acquiring a purchase permit from your local P.D.

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Handgun Purchase

16  A CPL is no longer considered pre ‐ approval to purchase a handgun.

 Do not need to acquire a purchase permit from a police department when purchased from a FFL gun dealer.  Background checks are done by FFL gun dealer at  point of sale.

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Handgun Purchase vs CPL application

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 The term CCW and CPL are used interchangeably to identify the license to carry a handgun.  The purchase of a handgun and the CPL application process are two different procedures that are independent of each other.  The purchase of a handgun is processed by your local police department.  The concealed pistol license is processed by your county clerk.

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The CPL license and application

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 Must be 21 years old  No felonies

 No misdemeanors listed under the 3 or 8 year category ( see Michigan CPL application guide)  The CPL license is valid for up to 5 years  The CPL license expires on your birthday of the 5th year

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The CPL license and application

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 You are notified of the expiration of your license 3 to 6 months before expiration.  You must apply for the license in your county of residence  You Process the application with your county clerk  Your fingerprints taken by the sheriff dept or local police  Your CPL application process takes about 4 weeks  You are not required to change address attached to your CPL or notify police when moving within the state.

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Handgun Registration

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 All handguns must be registered  Registration is a 3 ‐ step process

1) Complete a 3 ‐ part Pistol Sales Record at P.O.S 2) Purchaser register handgun with your local P.D within 10 days of the purchase. 3) 2 ways to complete registration process with P.D • Mail in form • Hand Carry form to P.D

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Weapons ‐ Other Countries

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 All forms of weapons are prohibited in Canada and Mexico  Firearms  Pepper Spray

 Knives that designed to be a weapon  Dagger, bayonet switch blade etc.

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Possession – Safe Storage

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 You may be criminally and civilly liable for any harm caused by a person less than 18 years of age who lawfully gains unsupervised access to your firearm if unlawfully stored.  As such, a trigger lock, gun case or other device designed to prevent unauthorized access to a firearm is strongly recommended.

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Possession of a Handgun

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 The owner of a handgun can “loan” a handgun to a person that has a valid CPL.  The CPL holder can possess / carry the handgun without the owner's presence.  The owner of a handgun can let another person without a CPL “use” the handgun with the owner present.

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Possession

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 The minimum legal blood alcohol level under Michigan CPL law is .02 –  Do not consume alcohol or drugs  A CPL is not required for you to carry a handgun concealed on your property or lands possessed by you.

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Possession

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Two documents must be on you at all times when carrying a handgun. 1. Driver's license or state ID card 2. Concealed pistol license  The CPL license allows you to carry a handgun concealed (CPL) on your person or in a vehicle  You can carry more than one handgun

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Proper Conduct During Encounters with Police

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immediately upon contact – driver responsibility  Tell the officer you have a handgun in the vehicle  Notification Procedure Options  I have a handgun and a CPL  I have a CPL and no handgun  I do not have a handgun and do not have my CPL with me.

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Gun free zones ‐ 9 on the back of you CPL

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 1. Schools  2. Public or private day care center, public or private child caring agency, or public or

private child placing agency.  3. Sports arena or stadium.

 4. A tavern where the primary source of income is the sale of alcoholic liquor by the glass consumed on the premises.

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Gun free zones

28  5. Any property or facility owned or operated by a church, synagogue, mosque, temple, or other place of worship, unless the presiding official allows concealed weapons.  6. An entertainment facility that the individual knows or should know has a seating capacity of 2,500 or more.

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Gun Free Zones

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 7. A hospital  8. A dormitory or classroom of a

community college, college, or university  9. Special Note: Casino - Cannot carry a pistol on the premises /parking lot of a casino.

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Gun free zones

30  Premises" does not include the parking areas of the places listed above in 1 through 8.  A pistol is subject to immediate seizure if the CCW permit holder is carrying a pistol in a "pistol free" area. The following penalties may also be imposed:  "Weapons are not permitted in any courtroom, office, or other space used for official court business or by judicial employees unless the chief judge or other person designated by the chief judge has given prior approval consistent with the court's written policy ."

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Other Gun free zones

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 US Post offices are gun free zones not listed on license.  Federal property could be a gun free zone.  Private property can be posted by the owner as a gun free zone. EXA stores and places we do business.  Places of employment.

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Exceptions to gun free zones

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 Parking lots of gun free zones 1-8  Church, when approved by individual of authority  Carry in a restaurant that is not a tavern  Owner of premises  Employee that is approved by owner  Licenses Private investigator  Police  Based on employment rules

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Places most likely to see a no gun sign

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 These are places that are private property and not on the back of your license.  These are places most likely posted because of what they do-----  Movie theater (2500 or more)  Banks  Restaurant (serve alcohol)  Jewelry Store.  Any places we go to shop and do business - look for signs.

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Concealed Carry and Definitions

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 Concealed carry rules apply to the person and vehicle. Concealed carry means to carry or place the handgun so as not to seen or identified as a handgun.  A concealed pistol permit is required if the handgun is "accessible" to the driver of the vehicle.  “inaccessible” means to place in a location such as a trunk or in a locked container.

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Transporting a handgun

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 The handgun is not accessible – meaning  The handgun is a “gun box ” and lock on gun / box .  No ammunition in handgun or box  Place in trunk if available.  Ammunition can be transported in another container/place

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Other weapons ‐ Taser

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 Tasers can be possessed and carried by a Michigan resident that has a current CPL and completes the required legal process.  Law effective date August 6, 2012.  A CPL is required to have a Tazer  Price $400.00 plus to purchase a Taser.

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Other Weapon ‐ Pepper Spray

37  Pepper spray can be possessed / carried by a Michigan resident 18 years old.  Pepper spray does not require a license or additional training.  The user is not required to have a CPL.  Price $15.00 plus

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Most Likely Violations

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 Failure to notify ‐ An individual licensed to carry a concealed pistol who is stopped by a police officer (traffic stop or otherwise) shall immediately disclose to the police officer that he or she is carrying a concealed pistol either on their person or in their motor vehicle.

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Most Likely Violations

39  Alcohol ‐ An individual licensed to carry a

concealed pistol shall not possess a concealed pistol on their person or motor vehicle while they have any bodily alcohol content (.02 bodily alcohol content [BAC] or above) or a controlled substance.*

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Most Likely Violations

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 Transporting vs carrying handgun ‐ not using the correct procedure under a given set of circumstances.  Transporting a means, the handgun is in a suitable container, unloaded, no ammunition in the container or handgun. The container is locked and stored in a inaccessible location relative to the driver of the vehicle. (based on the vehicle design)  Concealed Carry ‐ Carrying means to have a handgun on your person or in your vehicle that is accessible and cannot be identified as a handgun

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Most Likely Violations

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 Illegal purchase of a handgun ‐ Does not know the proper procedure regarding the purchase of a handgun acquired within the state of Michigan or out state.

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LEGAL WEAPON

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Pepper Spray –  does not come under CPL laws  can carry open or concealed  Is classified as a weapon under Michigan weapons laws.  Do not need a license to purchase or carry  Can carry in many places that do not allow handguns  Must be 18 to possess a pepper spray

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LEGAL WEAPON

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 TASER  A type of taser that is legal to possess in Michigan  Must have a CPL  Proper Training  Must be Registered with the manufacturer  Must comply with all CPL laws including gun free zones.

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Deadly Force

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 Type of threat present - Fear of life  Possibility of threat - Imminent  Result of threat ----  Death  Serious injury  Rape  The handgun is used to protect people only!

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Non ‐ Deadly Force ‐ weapon

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 pepper spray –  18 years old to possess  Taser

 21 years old  Must have a CPL  Training and registration requirements

 Tasers and pepper sprays are used to protect people and property when "physical force " may be necessary.

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Your rights

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5th amendment  The right against self incrimination

6 th amendment  The right to an attorney

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MSP Legal Updates  Michigan State Police Legal Update Documents -Years 2006 - 2019  Laws that can affect the lawful possession of a firearm and CPL  MSP - The Self Defense Act - 2006

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 MSP - Back to Basics and open Carry - 2007  BACK-TO-BASICS NO. 66, June 16, 2008  MSP - legal update NO. 86 - Firearms law 2010  MSP - Legal Update NO. 100 - Tasers 2012

 MSP - Firearms, pneumatic spring-operated guns NO. 117 – 2015  MSP - Amendments to the CPL Process Procedure- NO. 119- 2015  MSP- Pepper Spray Laws update NO. 132 - 2018

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Self Defense Act of October 1, 2006

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 A package of 6 laws that deal with the laws of self defense for the citizens of Michigan.  AN ACT to clarify the rights and duties of self- defense and the defense of others.

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Self Defense Act

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 Summary overview  PA 309 creates the Self Defense Act and specifies that it is not a crime to use force or deadly force to defend oneself if that person is not breaking any laws when defensive force was used.  PA 310 puts the burden of proof on the prosecutor to show that a person acted unlawfully in the application of force, rather than the person using the force having to prove they acted lawfully.

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Self Defense Act

50  PA 311 , outlines rebuttal presumptions for justified use of self ‐ defense. The bill makes it clear that there is no “duty to retreat” if a person is in a place where they have a legal right to be.

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Self Defense Act

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 Act No. 312  This act allows for the award of court and attorney fees in civil cases where it was determined a person acted in accordance with the Self Defense Act and where civil immunities apply .

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The Self Defense Act of Michigan

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 Act No. 313 This expands the definition of “dwelling” to include a person’s garage, barn, backyard, etc.  The People of the State of Michigan enact :  Sec. 21c. (1) In cases in which section 2 of the self-defense act does not apply, the common law of this state applies except that the duty to retreat before using deadly force is not required if an individual is in his or her own dwelling or within the curtilage of that dwelling.  (2 ) As used in this section, "dwelling " means a structure or shelter that is used permanently or temporarily as a place of abode, including an appurtenant structure attached to that structure or shelter.

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The Self Defense Act of Michigan

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 Act No. 314  This act gives civil immunities to persons acting in accordance with the Self Defense Act, preventing criminals and their families from suing law-abiding citizens.

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General Provisions of the Act

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retreat as per (PA 309) If they are:  1.They are not engaged in a crime

 2.They are in a place they have a legal right to be  3.They honestly and reasonably believe deadly force is necessary  4.The deadly force is used to prevent imminent death, great bodily harm, or sexual assault of the person another

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General Provisions of the Act

55  A person may use force other than deadly force if (PA 309):  1.They are not engaged in a crime  2.They are in a place they have a legal right to be  3.They honestly and reasonably believe force is necessary  4.The force is used to prevent imminent unlawful force against the person or another.

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Life Threatening Events That can result in Justifiable use of Deadly Force 56  A person can put your life at risk under the following:  1. In the process of breaking and entering a dwelling or business.  2. In the process of committing a home invasion.  3. Has committed a breaking and entering or home invasion and is still present in the dwelling or business.  4. Is attempting to unlawfully remove a person from a dwelling, business, or vehicle against his or her will.

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Legal Update – May 2007

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 Open carry of a pistol...revisited  In the April 2007 edition of the Update we noted that openly (non ‐ concealed) carrying a pistol in Michigan is generally legal. Here we will note a couple of things to keep in mind during open carry situations.  First, a person may not “open carry " a pistol in the passenger compartment of a vehicle. Once a person enters a passenger compartment with a pistol they are carrying it concealed in violation of MCL 750.227 .  In order to carry in a passenger compartment, a person must either be licensed to carry a concealed pistol or otherwise be exempted from Section 227 (e.g., a police officer)

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BACK-TO-BASICS NO. 66, June 16, 2008

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 Firearms-related frequently raised issues:

 Open carry of firearms

 Possession of pistols by non-residents

 Safety Inspection Certificates

 CPL holders – required notifications

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Firearms Law NO. 86 October 26 , 2010

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 This Update covers the following topics:  Open carry of firearms  Brandishing firearms  Transporting firearms  Carrying concealed weapons  Out ‐ of ‐ state residents  Non ‐ resident concealed pistol possession  Possession of pistols by non ‐ residents

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MSP NO. 100 - August 13, 2012 - Tasers

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 Michigan Penal Code and Firearms Act amended to allow for possession and reasonable use of Tasers by Michigan Concealed Pistol License holders.

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MSP NO. 117 July 1, 2015 - Amendments to the Firearms chapter of the Michigan Penal Code related to firearms and pneumatic guns

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 The following topics are included in this update  Public Act 26 of 2015 amended various sections of the Firearms chapter of the Michigan Penal Code related to firearms and pneumatic guns.  Definition of a “Pneumatic gun  Carrying a pneumatic gun with unlawful intent  Possession of a pneumatic gun in furtherance of a crime ("felony firearm")  Transporting a loaded firearm or pneumatic gun in a vehicle  Transporting an unloaded firearm or a pneumatic gun in a vehicle  Pneumatic guns and “weapon free school zones

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NO. 119 - December 2, 2015 Concealed Pistol Process

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 Amendments to the Firearms Act affecting the process for obtaining a Concealed Pistol License

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NO. 132 - August 23, 2018 – Pepper Spray

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 Public Act 98 of 2018 amended the definition of "self- defense spray or foam device" under MCL 750.224d. The maximum amount of allowed OC was changed from a solution containing not more than 10 percent OC to a solution containing not more than 18 percent OC. Also, Public Act 98 added to the definition of "self-defense spray or foam device" a solution containing an ultraviolet dye that is not more than 18 percent OC.

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cover  Cover is defined, for our purposes, as anything which will stop a bullet. It is anything you can hide yourself behind which will not allow bullets to penetrate and hit you. Some examples are a telephone pole, a concrete wall or building, certain parts of an automobile (engine block, axles, wheels, and a heavy steel mailbox. Most wood walls and nearly all interior walls of both residences and businesses and wood or metal doors will not provide cover- they will not stop bullets . 

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Conealememnt

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 Concealment is defined as anything which hides you but will not stop a bullet. Concealment is obviously not as good as cover but if your assailant cannot see you then he or she may not be able to shoot you. Some examples of concealment are: shrubs, sheetrock walls, tall grass, hollow- core wood doors.

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Federal Laws

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National Parks – Possession of Firearm

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 The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service today announced that effective February 22, 2010, the rules governing possession of firearms on National Wildlife Refuges will change as a result of legislation enacted by Congress. After this date, the law allows an individual to lawfully possess a firearm within the boundaries of a National Wildlife Refuge in accordance with federal, state, and local firearms laws.

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 The new law applies to all 551 units of the National Wildlife Refuge System, as well as the National Monuments and the 392 units of the National Park System.

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National Parks – Possession of Firearm

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 While possession on a refuge may generally be allowed under state law, possession of firearms will remain prohibited in Federal facilities. Examples include, visitor centers, refuge administrative office buildings, refuge maintenance offices and workshops, field and backcountry offices, ranger stations and fee collection stations.

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Firearms Possession  Federal law prohibits, except in certain limited circumstances, anyone under 18 years of age from knowingly possessing a handgun, or any person from selling, delivering, or otherwise transferring a handgun to a person under 18.

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Interstate Transportation

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 Federal law provides a person, who is not prohibited by the GCA from receiving or transporting firearms, the right to transport a firearm under certain conditions, notwithstanding state or local law to the contrary. The firearms must be unloaded and in a locked trunk or, in a vehicle lacking a trunk, in a locked container other than the glove compartment or console. Also, the carrying and possession must be lawful at the place of origin and destination .

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The Gun Control Act of 1968

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 The Gun Control Act of 1968 (GCA or GCA68) is a U.S. federal law that regulates the firearms industry and firearms owners. It primarily focuses on regulating interstate commerce in firearms by generally prohibiting interstate firearms transfers except among licensed manufacturers dealers and importers.

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The Gun Control Act of 1968

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 A person not licensed (meaning not a gun dealer) under the GCA and not prohibited from acquiring firearms may purchase a firearm from an out-of-state source and obtain the firearm (if an arrangement is made with a licensed dealer in the purchaser’s state of residence for the purchaser to obtain the firearm from the dealer).

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Fed law ‐ Shipping  A non-licensee may ship a firearm by carrier to a resident of his or her own state or to a licensee in any state. A common or contract carrier must be used to ship a handgun . In addition, Federal law requires that the carrier be notified that the shipment contains a firearm and prohibits common or contract carriers from requiring or causing any label to be placed on any package indicating that it contains a firearm..

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Home Safety and Self Defense

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 Is based on the concept of:  Prevention : Prevent a person from breaking into or entering your home with proper landscaping and security devices.  Escape: If an intruder is in your home, escape from your home if you have the opportunity to do so safely

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Home Safety and Self Defense 75  Retreat: If an intruder is in your home retreat to a safe area or room where you can protect you and your family, call the police, secure your area, do not engage the intruder unless absolutely necessary.  Stay on the phone with the dispatcher, you can help the police catch the intruder and stay safe at the same time.

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Home Safety and Self Defense

76  If you must shoot to protect yourself, be sure you have properly identified the target as the intruder. Do not shoot through doors, walls or other objects at the suspected intruder  Because there is no duty to retreat does not give you the right to shoot the intruder just because he is in your home. Your justification is always self ‐ defense.  Target identification must be visual .

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Home Safety and Self Defense

77  Do not have handgun in hand when police arrive (unless you need to protect yourself)  You are not required to say anything but identify yourself.  If you must say something say “I was in fear of my life and I shot to protect myself’  You may be arrested based on evidence at the scene.

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Home Safety and Self Defense

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 You may be taken into police custody for questioning.  Your handgun will be confiscated  Do not make or sign any statements unless your attorney is present

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YOUR INVOLVEMENT IN A SHOOTING INCIDENT

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 Call Police  Follow the directions of the police  Do not leave the scene/ run (except to get help or move to safety) Flight equals guilt  Render Assistance? (Use extreme caution if attempting to approach attacker)  Protect the scene ‐ Do not change anything

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The NRA 3 Always Rules

80  1. Always keep the gun pointed in a safe direction.

 2. Always keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot.

 3. Always keep the firearm unloaded until ready to use.

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Handgun shooting Skills 1. The NRA's elements of a good shooting position are consistency, balance, support, natural aiming area and comfort. 2. The NRA fundamentals of marksmanship are aiming, breath control, hold control, trigger control and follow ‐ through. 3. A double action trigger pull is considered safer when confronting another person because a double action trigger pull greatly reduces the chance of an accidental discharge.

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The two most important shooting fundamentals are sight alignment and trigger control.

When a cartridge fails to fire immediately, you should keep the pistol pointed in a safe direction and, after waiting at least 15 seconds (as a precaution in case of a hang fire), open the action and remove the cartridge. When gripping the pistol, you should use the same grip each time that you hold the pistol.

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Handgun Shooting Skills Double ‐ action is the type of action in which the trigger performs two tasks: cocking and releasing the hammer. Before cleaning a pistol, be sure that the pistol is unloaded, the action is open, and no ammunition is present.

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 The following issues can cause a semi auto handgun to fail to fire on the first shot. (Pull of the trigger)  Failure to load a round in the chamber  Failure to pull the trigger back the distance required to fire the gun.  The chambered round did not fire  The mechanical safety was not placed in the fire position  The slide did not go full forward to lock the chamber  The handgun was not gripped correctly  The magazine was not locked in the magazine well

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When using the sights to aiming a pistol, the eye can focus on one object at a time; therefore, you should focus on the front sight so that it appears clear and sharp. Correct sight alignment requires that you align the front sight with the rear sight

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Handgun Shooting Skills The four cardinal rules of firearms safety are 1. All guns are always considered to be loaded 2. Point the Muzzle in a safe direction 3. Keep your finger off the trigger guard and outside the trigger guard until on target 4. Be sure of your target and backstop

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 It is important to shooting safety that the shooter can identify and respond to shooting malfunctions.  There are 3 categories of malfunctions.  The handgun  The ammunition  The operator (Shooter) of the handgun.

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Ammunition

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 Ammunition is designated into 3 discharge pressure power factors.  1. Standard  2. + P  3. +P+  Loading a high ‐ pressure round in a handgun not designed to shoot that cartridge can overstress the gun to the point of destruction.

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Ammunition

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 There are 3 types of ammunition malfunctions .  1. Misfire  2. Hangfire  3. Squib

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Read The Handgun Operating Manual

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 You can find answers to safe operating procedures it in your handgun operating manual.  Ask a reliable gun dealer, or you can call the gun manufacturer.  Good firearms safety practices should be followed Anytime you are handling or shooting a firearm.

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 If you don’t know, ask before shooting.  Don’t, experiment or learn by trial and error.  There is no such thing as a “dumb” question  Follow all safety rules.  Read the operating manual and ask questions.  Be sure you know the capability of other people you shoot with.  STAY SAFE AT ALL TIMES

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