Videos tagged with Texas Penal Code

This video from Active Self Protection, featuring John Correia, analyzes the legal use of force in self-defense scenarios, particularly strong-arm robberies. It delves into Texas Penal Code Section 9.42 regarding deadly force for property protection and contrasts it with the legality of using ordinary force to stop theft. Correia emphasizes understanding legal ramifications and considering non-lethal options.

This video discusses self-defense strategies in a shoplifting scenario where a clerk confronts a thief. It emphasizes the importance of having options between verbal commands and deadly force, highlighting OC spray as a practical solution. The analysis also touches on the legal justifications for using force in Texas versus other states during a robbery.

Colion Noir, identified as an expert with legal background, analyzes a Texas incident where a man fired at a laptop thief outside Starbucks. The video highlights the legal complexities and risks associated with using deadly force for property protection under Texas Penal Code § 9.42, emphasizing the critical need for legal defense services like USCCA.

Texas has passed Senate Bill 1596, which removes state-level regulations on Short Barreled Rifles (SBRs) and Short Barreled Shotguns (SBSs). This law aims to nullify state criminal codes used to prosecute possession of these firearms, mirroring a previous suppressor law. However, federal NFA restrictions, including registration and the $200 tax stamp, remain in effect, meaning federal agencies like the ATF can still prosecute violations. The bill is seen as a symbolic move and a potential preemptive measure should federal legislation like the Short Act pass.

This video discusses Texas HB 2879, also known as the Aaliyah Wallace Act, which aims to protect tenants and unit owners from eviction or fines following the justified use of force, including deadly force. The bill addresses a specific case where a tenant was threatened with eviction after using deadly force in self-defense. However, the legislation does not explicitly prohibit landlords from banning firearms on their private property, a point of contention.

This analysis from Active Self Protection, featuring John Correia and Neil Weidner, breaks down a 'hand in pocket' robbery attempt in Houston, Texas. It delves into the legal justifications for using deadly force under Texas Penal Code 9.42, discusses the significant legal and personal risks associated with self-defense interventions, and stresses the importance of tactical 'math' and mental preparedness. The hosts also caution against the dangerous practice of following suspects.

This video from Active Self Protection, featuring John Correia and Stephanie Weidner, analyzes a gas station robbery incident. It highlights the dangers of 'jugging' (being followed from a bank) and the vulnerabilities associated with off-body carry. The analysis delves into the legal aspects of using force, referencing Texas Penal Code 9.42, and explains how situations can escalate from robbery to potential kidnapping. The expert instructors emphasize hyper-awareness and defensive preparedness.

This video explores the legalities of using lethal force in self-defense, particularly in scenarios involving law enforcement. It outlines the three criteria for lawful self-defense: necessity, subjective/objective reasonableness, and proportionality. The content details four scenarios where lethal force is generally considered lawful: imminent threat of death or serious bodily injury, defense of others, the castle doctrine, and preventing the commission of a violent felony. It also touches upon stand your ground laws, the initial aggressor doctrine, and defense against unlawful arrest, while clarifying when police use of deadly force is lawful versus unlawful, referencing key legal cases.

This analysis, presented by John Correia of Active Self Protection, breaks down a self-defense incident where a gun store employee shot a fleeing thief, leading to murder charges. It emphasizes the critical legal and moral distinctions between theft and robbery, the justification for using deadly force, and the dangers of 'tool fixation'. The content highlights the importance of post-incident actions, such as calling 911, and touches on ballistics considerations like over-penetration.

This video from Active Self Protection discusses the increasing problem of bank follow-home robberies. It emphasizes the critical importance of situational awareness, carrying self-defense tools like firearms or OC spray, and understanding the legal ramifications of using force in self-defense, particularly in Texas where robbery is defined to allow deadly force.

This video from Active Self Protection analyzes two distinct robbery incidents in Houston, Texas, highlighting vastly different criminal 'energies.' Host John Correia, demonstrating high authority and expertise, breaks down the tactical and legal implications of each scenario. The analysis emphasizes situational awareness, the immediate threat posed by a brandished firearm, and the legal thresholds for using force in self-defense, referencing specific Texas Penal Codes.

This video from Active Self Protection, featuring John Correia, analyzes a road rage incident in Brazil where an Uber driver was shot after a fender bender escalated. Correia emphasizes that using lethal force for property damage is illegal and unreasonable, even in permissive jurisdictions like Texas, citing Texas Penal Code 9.42. He advocates for de-escalation and the use of intermediate tools like OC spray as a safer alternative to firearms in such situations.