Concealed Carry

3 HIGHLY ILLEGAL MISTAKES WAITING TO HAPPEN: CBD OIL AND GUNS

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From https://www.uslawshield.com/aches-pains-and-firearms/

3 Highly Illegal Mistakes Waiting to Happen: CBD Oil & Guns from U.S. LawShield on Vimeo.

The following is a video transcript.

WHAT IS CBD?
A new topic sparking up conversations nationwide is the legality of cannabidiol or CBD oil. While many medical patients swear by its healing effects, gun owners nationwide could find CBD oil to be a huge source of pain when it comes to their Second Amendment rights.

CBD oil, used for medicinal purposes, is spreading like wildfire among people here in the United States and abroad. CBD is often synthesized from the oily resin of the cannabis plant to create edibles, gel caps, topicals, beverages, and vape oil cartridges. People use these products to treat everything from epilepsy to arthritis. Despite its popularity, it’s very important to realize anything related to cannabis triggers potential criminal liability under both state and federal law.

FEDERAL CLASSIFICATION
Federal law considers cannabis or marijuana a Schedule 1 controlled substance under the Controlled Substances Act. This classification under the act equates marijuana with heroin and other hard drugs and states it lacks any medicinal value, has a high potential for abuse, and cannot safely be prescribed. Merely possessing cannabis is a federal misdemeanor punishable by a fine up to $1,000 and/or a year in prison.

In 2018, the Federal Farm Bill was passed and lifted a ban on hemp production, removing it from the Controlled Substances Act. This effectively cleared the chamber for CBD oils derived from hemp to hit the marketplace. However, federal authorities were quick to point out that any CBD oil products marketed as therapeutic or added to food products were essentially the same as adding a prescription drug and will be regulated similarly.

Let’s take a look at three common misconceptions when it comes to CBD oil.

MISCONCEPTION #1: CBD IS LEGAL IN MY STATE, SO I HAVE NOTHING TO FEAR WHEN CARRYING A FIREARM
Misconception number one: many people believe that if CBD oil is legal in their state, then they have nothing to fear. Unfortunately, this is wrong. If you want to remain a legal gun owner, you should pause before you inhale or consume any product containing CBD oil.

If you’re using CBD oil as a treatment plan or have a medical marijuana prescription, you might inadvertently become classified as an unlawful user under federal law. If you are an unlawful user, you would no longer be legally eligible to purchase, own, possess, or transport firearms. Not only that, but most states require that to be eligible for a handgun license or permit, you must not be prohibited from possessing a firearm under federal law. If you’re classified as an unlawful user under federal law, you could become ineligible, or worse yet, you could lose your state-issued handgun license or permit.

MISCONCEPTION #2: ALL CBD OIL IS CREATED EQUALLY AND LEGALLY
Misconception number two: people mistakenly believe all CBD oil is created equally and legally. Unfortunately, CBD oil is produced by different companies and some don’t mind bending the rules to move their products quickly. Often times, CBD oil users are surprised to discover their pain relief comes with an unintended ingredient, tetrahydrocannabinol or THC. This ingredient is the psychoactive and intoxicating component found in marijuana and can cause everything from eating too many chips to failing a drug test at work. Not only could a CBD oil user be fired from their job for an honest mistake, but they could also be prosecuted. Many jurisdictions treat THC-laced CBD oil as a controlled substance worthy of a felony charge, no matter how much or how little you may have in your possession when law enforcement discovers it.

MISCONCEPTION #3: AS LONG AS I HAVE MY PRESCRIPTION, I CAN CARRY MY CBD INTO ANY STATE
Misconception number three: many people believe if they have a valid prescription or license to smoke marijuana or CBD oil in their home state, they may legally transport their medicine to another state. This is not true and could land you in hot water in both federal and state court. Just like handgun license reciprocity, you must follow the laws of the state you find yourself in. This means if marijuana or CBD oil is illegal in the state you’re visiting, you could find yourself locked in a jail cell for merely possessing either substance. That’s why we recommend the best practice when considering whether to try CBD oil is to do your homework and research the laws of your state before obtaining CBD oil.

To find out how your state’s laws affect your gun rights when it comes to CBD oil, call U.S. LawShield and ask to speak to your Independent Program Attorney.

S&W M&P Shield M2.0 with Red Dot!

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S&W M&P Shield M2.0 Now Shipping with Red Dot!

Red Dot Sites on M&P Shield M2

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Springfield 911 9mm
Springfield 911 9mm

 

When you choose to carry concealed, you need a pistol that’s going to seamlessly blend into your daily routine without unnecessary size, weight or inconvenience. The 911 9mm brings you all of the ease and intuitive features that your EDC should have. Unobtrusive, accurate and reliable, and now available in 9mm as a discreet carry and formidable defensive tool.

NEW! XD-S Mod.2 in 9MM

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Springfield Armory NEW! XD-S Mod.2 in 9MM CAPACITY NEVER TRUMPS RELIABILITY. NOW AVAILABLE IN 9MM

All the bullets in the world mean nothing if your concealed carry handgun fails when you need it most. The XD-S Mod.2® in 9mm is a less than one-inch wide pinnacle of reliability. 25K rounds without a stoppage and an integral grip safety for total peace of mind when carrying. 10 ROUNDS OF RELIABILITY The XD-S Mod.2® ships with two stainless steel magazines: a 7-round mag with a pinkie rest and additional flush floor plate for carry and one 9-round extended magazine – perfect for home defense. An 8-round extended magazine is also available for purchase. XD-S Mod.2® magazine sizes 10 ROUNDS OF RELIABILITY The XD-S Mod.2® ships with two stainless steel magazines: a 7-round mag with a pinkie rest and additional flush floor plate for carry and one 9-round extended magazine – perfect for home defense. An 8-round extended magazine is also available for purchase. XD-S Mod.2® magazine sizes FLUSH PLATE7 ROUND8 ROUND9 ROUND

XD-S MOD.2® 9MM W/ TRITIUM – XDSG9339BT Caliber 9mm MSRP $586 Barrel 3.3″Hammer Forged Steel, Melonite® Sights Ameriglo Pro-Glo Tritium Front / Tactical Rack Rear Frame Black Polymer w/ Enhanced Grip Texture Slide Steel, Melonite® Recoil System Dual Captive Recoil Spring w/ Full Length Guide Rod Length 6.3″ Height 4.3″ – 4.85″ w/ Extended Magazine Width .975″ Magazines (1) 7-Round w/ Pinkie Extension, (1) 9-Round Extended & (1) Flush Plate Weight 21.5 oz w/ Flush Magazine – 22.5 oz w/ Extended Magazine

XD-S Mod 2 versionsSMALLER 9MM FRAME The frame on the XD-S Mod.2® was designed around the 9mm round, resulting in a smaller frame and slimmer profile. XD-S Mod.2®

SAFETY The newly designed grip safety immediately readies the gun when gripped, and works with the striker safety to prevent the gun from firing when dropped. XD-s Mod.2® is

HIGHLY CONCEALABLE With a frame less than 1-inch wide, the XD-S Mod.2® chambered in 9mm disappears even under the lightest clothing.

Springfield Armory’s 911 .380 in Black Nitride

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Springfield Armory’s 911 .380 is the perfect pistol for your EVERY day carry.

When the police are minutes away and the threat is seconds away…9-1-1…When you have to be your own first responder.

Springfield Armory’s 911 .380 is the perfect pistol for your EVERY day carry. The lightweight 7075 T6 aluminum frame and black Nitride or stainless 416 steel slide measure 5.5 inches long and less then 4 inches high, with a snag-free profile that’s undetectable under clothing. Springfield’s Octo-Grip™ front strap texturing ensures a secure grip and is complimented by a G10 Octo-Grip™ textured mainspring housing. G10 Thin-line grips and a short reset, crisp 5-pound G10 trigger shoe by Hogue® come together to give the feel of shooting a full-sized firearm. Designed for life-saving defensive use at close range, the 911 features an ambidextrous safety and is perfectly matched with an Ameriglo® Pro-Glo™ green tritium front sight inside a yellow luminescent circle, and a tactical rack rear sight with green tritium inside of white luminescent circles. Approved for the most advanced and modern .380 defensive ammunition, the 911 comes with a flush 6-round and 7-round extended magazine. The Springfield Armory 911 is also offered with integrated green Viridian® grip laser, making target acquisition all but effortless.

 

 

SPECS

CALIBER
.380 ACP
RECOIL SYSTEM
Full Length Guide Rod w/ Flat Wire Spring
SIGHTS
Pro-Glo™ Tritium/Luminescent Front & White Outlined Tritium Night Sight Rear
WEIGHT
12.6 oz
HEIGHT
3.9″
SLIDE
416 Black Nitride, Loaded Chamber Indicator
BARREL
2.7″ 416R Stainless Steel, Black Nitride Finish, 1:16 Twist
LENGTH
5.5″
GRIP TYPE
G10 Grips
FRAME
7075 T6 Anodized Hard Coat Aluminum, Octo-Grip Texture on Front Strap & Mainspring Housing, Extended Ambi Thumb Safety
MAGAZINES
1 – 6 Round Flush & 1 – 7 Round Extended, Stainless Steel
MSRP
$599.00

M&P®380 SHIELD™ EZ™ Pistol

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M&P® Introduces M&P®380 SHIELD™ EZ™ Pistol
M&P® Introduces M&P®380 SHIELD™ EZ™ Pistol

Built for personal protection and every-day carry, the M&P380 Shield EZ is chambered in 380 Auto and is designed to be easy to use, featuring an easy-to-rack slide , easy-to-load magazine, and easy-to-clean design. Built for personal and home protection, the innovative M&P380 Shield EZ pistol is the latest addition to the M&P M2.0 family and provides an easy-to-use protection option for both first-time shooters and experienced handgunners alike.

Other Features
• Easy to rack slide.
• Crisp, light trigger with tactile and audible trigger reset.
• Includes (2) Easy to Load 8-Round M&P380 Shield magazines.
• Grip safety – grip pistol to fire.
• Windage adjustable, white dot rear sight (tool included).
• Can disassemble without pulling trigger.
• Grip texture optimized to size and recoil.
• Tactile loaded chamber indicator (TLCI) – can see and feel if there is
a round in the chamber.
• Available with or without ambidextrous, manual thumb safety.
• Picatinny-style equipment rail for lights or lasers.
• Perfect size for nightstand or carry, or a day at the range.
• Reversible magazine release.
• Thin and lightweight – can be comfortably carried all day.
• Optimal 18-degree grip angle for natural point of aim.
• Armornite® durable corrosion resistant finish.

ALL BACKED BY OUR SMITH & WESSON LIFETIME SERVICE POLICY.
Availability subject to applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and ordinances.

NEW M&P® M2.0™ Compact with 3.6″ Barrel

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M&P® Introduces M&P® M2.0™ Compact Pistol Available with 3.6″ Barrel
M&P® M2.0™ Compact Pistol Available with 3.6

Shot Show is Over – See What’s New from Springfield

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Sprinfield 911
911 .380 ACP

When the police are minutes away and the threat is seconds away…9-1-1…When you have to be your own first responder.

Springfield Armory’s 911 .380 is the perfect pistol for your EVERY day carry. The lightweight 7075 T6 aluminum frame and black Nitride or stainless 416 steel slide measure 5.5 inches long and less then 4 inches high, with a snag-free profile that’s undetectable under clothing. Springfield’s Octo-Grip™ front strap texturing ensures a secure grip and is complimented by a G10 Octo-Grip™ textured mainspring housing. G10 Thin-line grips and a short reset, crisp 5-pound G10 trigger shoe by Hogue® come together to give the feel of shooting a full-sized firearm. Designed for life-saving defensive use at close range, the 911 features an ambidextrous safety and is perfectly matched with an Ameriglo® Pro-Glo™ green tritium front sight inside a yellow luminescent circle, and a tactical rack rear sight with green tritium inside of white luminescent circles. Approved for the most advanced and modern .380 defensive ammunition, the 911 comes with a flush 6-round and 7-round extended magazine. The Springfield Armory 911 is also offered with integrated green Viridian® grip laser, making target acquisition all but effortless.

XDS Mod.2

XD-S® MOD.2™ 3.3″ SINGLE STACK .45ACP

The next evolution of the acclaimed XD-S pistol is here.

The latest edition of Springfield’s most popular pistol is engineered in a slim, single-stack frame, holding 6 rounds of .45 ACP and offers upgrades from the inside out. The XD-S Mod.2 features a higher hand position, enhanced grip texturing, thinner slide, an Ameriglo® Pro-Glo™ front sight with tactical-rack rear sight, and an enhanced trigger that advance this polymer-framed pistol’s acclaimed “point and shoot” ergonomics. Other features include a loaded chamber indicator and a grip safety that immediately readies the gun for action yet renders it virtually incapable of firing if dropped.

The width of the grip is a mere .975”, and the Mod.2 grip texturing gives the operator a solid feel and secure hold of the pistol – especially important in defensive encounters. Longer Posi-Wedge™ serrations make the slide easier to grab and rack. The enhanced short-reset and consistent trigger is the perfect choice for a defensive carry pistol.

OPTIONS

XDSG93345B
3.3″ SINGLE STACK .45ACP

XDSG93345BT
3.3″ SINGLE STACK .45ACP W/ TRITIUM SIGHT

XDSG93345BVR
3.3″ SINGLE STACK .45ACP W/ VIRIDIAN® LASER

New From Sig – The P365 Nitron Micro-Compact

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P365 Micro-Compact Pistol
P365 Nitron Micro-Compact

Introducing the game changing P365. Micro-compact everyday carry size with unprecedented 10+1 full-size capacity. The P365 is striker-fired, with the clean crisp trigger pull you expect from a SIG. Lightweight and easy to conceal, the P365 is chambered in 9mm and is rated for +P ammunition. Included standard is SIGLITE night sights, a 10-round flush fit magazine, and a 10-round extended magazine. An optional 12-round extended magazine allows you to bring the total capacity to 13 rounds. The new P365. Bring More. Everyday.