Knife Rights is America’s leading advocacy group for knife owners. U.S. LawShield offers legal defense protection to anyone who has justified self-defense or bogus weapon charge incident, regardless of the legal weapon carried or used.
What if your knife was used for self-defense and not as a backup to a firearm? What if the only legal option for self-defense was a knife? What if your spouse, child, or parent grabbed a knife from the kitchen counter? Or a firearm to defend themselves against an intruder? U.S. LawShield offers legal defense for self-defense or legal carry.
Sign up for U.S. LegalShield to receive a 10% discount on monthly memberships or 14 months for an annual membership (a 15% discount), PLUS waived sign-up fees, PLUS Platinum Plus Membership (your membership rate will not increase over the lifetime of your active membership).
Doug Ritter, Knife Rights chairman, explained that “if you had to defend yourself or your family against an assault, break-in, or other illegal act, would you be able to afford to defend yourself in court against improper, possibly even politically motivated criminal charges, or a civil suit?” This is a question that more people are asking as they see violence on the news. What would you do if you were arrested for a weapons offense? These are serious concerns, and Knife Rights can address them through its partnership with U.S. LawShield.
The legal consequences can be devastating, and you don’t want to risk your life or the lives of loved ones. No matter what legal tool you use, U.S. LawShield offers essential coverage for your family, peace of mind, and a very affordable plan.
U.S. LawShield provides coverage that includes:
- Hotline for Attorney-Answered Emergencies
- Access to Independent Program Attorneys is available for non-emergency purposes only
- Unlimited civil & criminal defense litigation coverage
- All legal weapons covered
- Education materials to empower responsible armed people
There are many other benefits.
After a violent encounter with law enforcement, you will be treated as a criminal. If law enforcers accost you, remember the SAC mnemonic: S – Remain Silent – “I assert mine right to remain silent;” a – ASK for your attorney – “I want my/an Attorney;” c – Do not CONSENT to any search. Without your attorney’s permission, do not sign or make any statements. In such situations, having a lawyer available at all times is invaluable and can help de-escalate the situation. Imagine yourself telling an officer, “I want an attorney,” but have no idea how to find the attorney you need. U.S. Law Shield solves this problem for a small monthly fee. You don’t need to worry about bankruptcy and can be represented by an experienced criminal defense attorney. You will have a U.S. LawShield Independent Attorney membership card to call anytime you need it.
NOTE: Knife Rights published “The Aftermath Of Self-Defense – How to Do & Not Do” as a follow-up to the U.S. lawShield announcement. This outlines specific steps to be taken before and after the deadly force is used. Although some of the advice may surprise you, it is based on years and years of experience from first responders and criminal defense lawyers. Authored by Evan F. Nappen, Attorney at Law (www.evannappen.com), Knife Rights’ Criminal Law Advisor, an experienced and accomplished criminal defense attorney, author of numerous articles and books on self-defense, knife law, and Second Amendment law,
Sometimes, the “nightmare,” even when the prosecution dismisses the charges or acquits you in criminal court, doesn’t end. There may be appeals or retrials or even civil lawsuits against you. U.S. LawShield membership provides support throughout the legal process for any covered incident.
The U.S. LawShield basic plan covers you in the state where you live**. You can also purchase the multi-state option, which provides coverage in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. A spouse and minor children can be added to your coverage (if they need it). You can get a better deal by joining Knife Rights and U.S. LawShield.
Sign up for U.S. LegalShield to receive a 10% discount on monthly memberships or 14 months of annual membership (a 15% savings), plus waived sign-up fees and Platinum Plus Membership (your rate won’t increase over the lifetime of your active membership). Go to: www.KnifeRights.org/USLawShield (Promo Code: krlawshield2020) to receive your discount.
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Ritter says, “We’d also love to have you join U.S. LawShield even if your primary goal is legal defense protection because of the firearm you own or keep at home for self-defense.” It’s the same policy. You can sign up to support our efforts for a sharper future for all Americans and protect your life, livelihood, and the lives of those who depend on you.
- Knife Rights does not provide insurance and is not licensed as an agent. Nothing herein should be taken to mean that. All memberships can be purchased through U.S. LawShield.
- S. LawShield is currently not available in some states. Visit www.KnifeRights.org/USLawShield to check on availability in your state. Multi-state coverage extends coverage to all U.S. states for travel.
About the U.S. Law Shield
U.S. LawShield was established in 2009 to provide the best legal defense for self-defense at a reasonable price. U.S. LawShield was founded by an attorney and empowered more than 500,000 Americans.