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10/15/2026

Could informing an officer you have a fi***rm in your vehicle affect your Fourth Amendment rights?

What you say during a traffic stop can have legal implications. Understanding the limits of law enforcement authority and the circumstances that may permit a vehicle search is important.

In this reel, U.S. LawShield Institute examines the legal considerations surrounding fi***rm disclosure, vehicle searches, and Fourth Amendment protections. Presented by the Institute’s President and Attorney Phillip L. Nelsen.

Visit educate.uslawshield.com to learn more about becoming a Certified CCIC Instructor and gain access to ongoing legal education, training resources, and a professional instructor network.

DISCLAIMER: This is not a solicitation to provide legal services by a lawyer. U.S. LawShield® and U.S. LawShield Institute are not a law firm. Information provided is for general educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be construed as formal legal advice or any creation of an attorney-client relationship. For more information, terms, and restrictions, visit Terms and Conditions - U.S. LawShield.

10/14/2026

You’re carrying a fi***rm during a traffic stop, are you required to inform the officer?

The answer depends on the state. Some states require you to disclose that you’re armed, others have conditional requirements, and some impose no duty to inform. But even if you’re not required, should you inform the officer?

In this reel, U.S. LawShield Institute President Phillip L. Nelsen J.D., breaks down the differences between duty to inform, quasi duty to inform, and no duty to inform states. In this series we will also discuss the legal implications of informing an officer about your fi***rm.

Visit educate.uslawshield.com to learn more about becoming a Certified CCIC Instructor and gain access to ongoing legal education, training resources, and a professional instructor network.

DISCLAIMER: This is not a solicitation to provide legal services by a lawyer. U.S. LawShield® and U.S. LawShield Institute are not a law firm. Information provided is for general educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be construed as formal legal advice or any creation of an attorney-client relationship. For more information, terms, and restrictions, visit Terms and Conditions - U.S. LawShield.

10/11/2026

Not every trip looks the same, and neither does every vehicle (or motorcycle).

When transporting a fi***rm across state lines, your vehicle and how you’re traveling can affect what you need to consider.

Follow U.S. LawShield Institute for more fi***rm law education and resources to help you stay informed.

10/10/2026

Sightseeing, traveling or vacationing - how you spend your time in another state can play an important role in the legal considerations surrounding fi***rm transportation.

When transporting a fi***rm across state lines, the difference between tourism and travel can matter.

In Part 4, U.S. LawShield Institute President and Attorney Philip L. Nelsen, explains what to consider when your plans include spending time in another state.

Visit educate.uslawshield.com to learn more about becoming a Certified CCIC Instructor and gain access to ongoing legal education, training resources, and a professional instructor network.

10/09/2026

Federal law does not trump state laws when traveling with a fi***rm.

State laws still apply, and some states have restrictions that can create serious legal consequences, even when federal law provides protection for interstate transportation.

In Part 3, U.S. LawShield Institute President and Attorney Philip L. Nelsen, explains why you need to know the laws of the states you’re traveling through.

Follow along for Part 4 of our series, Travel vs. Tourism, coming tomorrow.

10/08/2026

When transporting a fi***rm across state lines, there are specific steps you need to take to stay compliant with federal law.

In Part 2, U.S. LawShield Institute President and Attorney Philip L. Nelsen, breaks down five things to keep in mind before you travel.

Visit our website at educate.uslawshield.com to learn more about our eLearning opportunities!

10/07/2026

Can you legally transport a fi***rm across state lines? What about into or through a state where your right to carry is not recognized?

The Fi***rm Owners’ Protection Act (FOPA) provides federal protection for certain interstate transportation of fi***rms, but there are specific requirements that must be met.

In Part 1 of this 5-part mini-series, U.S. LawShield Institute President and Attorney Philip L. Nelsen, breaks down what you need to know about FOPA before traveling across state lines.

We’re headed to Dallas later this week for the Gun Rights Policy Conference, bringing together leaders in Second Amendme...
09/21/2026

We’re headed to Dallas later this week for the Gun Rights Policy Conference, bringing together leaders in Second Amendment law, advocacy, and the fi***rms industry.

U.S. LawShield Institute President Phillip L. Nelsen, J.D., will present Lessons Learned from Self-Defense Trials, drawing on real cases to examine how self-defense claims are evaluated in court and what fi***rm instructors and responsibly armed citizens should understand.

His presentation will also include a state-by-state analysis of how legislative initiatives can affect trial outcomes.

Register here 👉 https://secure.qgiv.com/for/grpc/event/grpc/

The conference is hosted by our friends at the Second Amendment Foundation (SAF), one of the nation’s leading gun rights organizations. We’re proud to partner with and sponsor SAF.

Learn more about SAF’s mission here 👉 https://saf.org/about/

We hope to see you in Dallas!

Join us in Texas next week for the Force Science Conference, where research, experts, and the conversations that matter ...
09/18/2026

Join us in Texas next week for the Force Science Conference, where research, experts, and the conversations that matter come together.

U.S. LawShield Institute President Phillip L. Nelsen, J.D., will join a panel of industry experts to discuss Lessons Learned from Self-Defense Trials, including a state-by-state analysis of how legislative initiatives can affect trial outcomes.

View the full conference agenda here: https://tinyurl.com/m5sp4w7k

The three-day conference brings together leading experts to explore the latest advancements in human performance science within law enforcement and public safety. Attendees will gain evidence-based insights, real-world case studies, and practical strategies for applying human performance research to training, investigations, and courtroom testimony.

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/mtttkwnp

We hope to see you in Austin next week!

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