armed said:
...it’s a threat to kill.
OldMarksman said:
Why are you doing that? We have settled the legal issue, correct? Let’s move on. If I’ve offended you - anyone, I apologize.
Bursting is a threat to kill, said otherwise and it would be brandishing. If motives are examined, I advise my clients to be firmly resolved in their answers, e.g:
Authorities: Why did you Burst?
Client: I was going to kill X.
Authorities: Why were going to kill X?
Client: To prevent my imminent death or great bodily harm?
Authorities: But X was unarmed, how did you feel your death or great bodily harm was imminent?
Client: [Elaborate on the reasonable person construct when you state your case]
Authorities: So you thought displaying a gun would prevent your imminent death or great bodily harm?
Client: No, I was going to kill X, therefore, I was acquiring proper readiness to do so.
Authorities: Proper readiness…kill…preparedness…? These are military terms. Did you believe yourself to be a soldier in combat when you were getting ready to kill X?
Client: I am a law abiding citizen. Those “military” terms are used within a specific training group.
Authorities: What group is that?
Client: The group that trains in the use of deadly force, be it LEO’s, soldiers, citizens…
Authorities: You train with soldiers and police?
Client: Formally, sometimes. Informally, it’s an unavoidable interaction when doing range work.
Authorities: We have multiple witnesses statements relating to the fact that you brandished your weapon at X who was unarmed?
Authorities: When I depose them, they will state otherwise, i.e, that they heard loud commands, and they will agree that it appeared I was going to kill X. Anything short of that will show that you violated rules designed to prejudice the jury.
To all conceal carriers,
I’ve been interrogated by seasoned detectives. There’s over 40 hours my videotaped depositions showing the best lawyers in town trying to break me. I’ve looked into the eye’s of jurors who were there to decide my fate. I work for the Law firm of Bradley Conway, a criminal defense attorney. We’ve handled two civilian shootings and both were no billed.
I train with Bob Capps, a great firearms instructor and Patrol Sargent with the sheriff’s office.
The last time my gun pointed at someone was when I assisted Florida Highway Patrol, Trooper, Green, at Yeehaw Junction on the Florida turnpike, when he lost control of Derrico Miller, who I had to draw upon. Mr. Conway was a witness.
I list these names for vetting purposes only. I will never reveal the name of my school. I don’t need or want your business. I am only here to impart my knowledge.
My specialty is Simple Crisis Management as it relates to Use of Force and Rules of Engagement. It’s when you’re a Cornered Cat (not stroking you for leniency Kathy - facts are facts
). This is self appointed. I’m very good at what I do through plain speak and direct approach. It comes across as arrogant and insolent but skilled, letting the other party know they are dealing with a formidable opponent. You be the judge.
The scholars and critics will be along shortly to call all this balderdash. Again, judge for yourself.
What was played out above is true and real. Remember, my training is from a crisis perspective. In other words, you should not act this way with on scene authorities. The crisis is over and now it's time to assist. Frank Ettis has posted some good stuff on that, i.e., humble, cooperate, assist, to a limited degree, yada yada…If there's a problem you will see it slowly evolve into a crisis again.
I want you to stay safe.