Videos tagged with Law Enforcement Experience

This episode, featuring veteran law enforcement officers and firearms editors Roy Huntington and Brent Wheat, delves into the critical art of disengagement in self-defense scenarios. They emphasize situational awareness, understanding legal justifications for force, and the importance of avoiding unnecessary confrontations, drawing on decades of experience and professional training. The discussion highlights the need to assess risks, prioritize survival, and understand the profound legal and personal consequences of using a firearm.

This roundtable discussion features individuals with direct experience in firearm-related incidents, including a survivor of a school shooting and a civilian who stopped a church shooting. They discuss the personal meaning of firearms, the importance of training, and the complexities of gun rights versus public safety. The conversation emphasizes education, personal responsibility, and the role of firearms in self-defense and deterring violence, while acknowledging the emotional impact of gun violence.

This video argues for carrying a firearm in 2025, citing three primary reasons: personal and family protection against threats, the unreliability of police response times, and the deterrent effect a firearm can have. The speaker, a former law enforcement officer, emphasizes proactive self-reliance and the confidence that comes with being prepared.

This video features a former law enforcement officer discussing his experiences with various firearms, including Glocks, Springfield XDS, and the Hellcat Pro, for everyday carry (EDC). He emphasizes the importance of reliability, training, and responsible gun ownership, drawing from his extensive background in law enforcement and his current role at Classic Firearms. The discussion covers personal preferences, firearm performance, and the practicalities of carrying a concealed firearm.

This video, 'Daily Defense 3-1: How To Choose a Firearms Trainer,' emphasizes that selecting the right firearms instructor is as crucial as choosing the right firearm for personal defense. The video guides viewers to consider their specific training needs and goals, whether they are beginners needing basic instruction or experienced shooters looking to master advanced skills. It highlights the importance of an instructor's experience, subject-matter expertise, real-life background (especially for tactical skills), teaching style, availability, and cost. The primary focus is on the decision-making process for finding a suitable firearms training professional.

This guide outlines how to get started in security contracting, drawing insights from former Marine Corps infantry and security contractor Ivan of Kit Badger. It emphasizes the importance of understanding contract types, the necessity of military or specialized law enforcement experience, and the rigorous vetting processes involved. Networking is highlighted as the most effective way to secure employment in this field, with a strong recommendation to obtain a TS/SCI clearance for high-paying opportunities.

Dan Bongino argues that criminals disregard gun laws, operating on a separate 'middle finger track' where they acquire firearms through illegal channels like the black market. He contrasts this with the legal firearm ownership track, which involves processes like filling out ATF Form 4473 and background checks. Bongino's commentary, drawing from his federal and local law enforcement experience, suggests that new gun control measures are ineffective against those already operating outside the law.

This video introduces TFBTV, the video branch of TheFirearmBlog.com, highlighting their commitment to honest, professional firearm reviews. The channel features content from experts with military and law enforcement backgrounds, covering endurance testing, new gear, ballistics, and tactical applications, while maintaining a 'gun business only' policy.