Civilian firearms training is dangerously incomplete if it focuses only on shooting mechanics and neglects the legal principles governing the use of force. It explains that a gap exists in the industry because instructors avoid teaching complex, state-specific statutes due to liability concerns, lack of legal expertise, and the desire to simplify courses. This deficiency leaves armed citizens technically proficient but legally vulnerable to criminal prosecution and civil lawsuits following a self-defense incident. The document advocates for a new training model that incorporates legal awareness briefings, scenario-based force-on-force training, post-incident communication skills, and advance planning with legal counsel to ensure that tactical decisions are also lawful decisions.
