Written by Attorneys For Freedom Marketing Specialists Cecelia Welsh and Vaneli Crespo
The sun peeks through your window, marking the beginning of another busy morning. You rush to get the kids ready for school, gently reminding them to brush their teeth, get dressed, and most importantly, grab their backpacks. But today is not just any ordinary day; it is picture day, and of course, the kids tell you at the last minute.
You cherish capturing these fleeting moments as they pass by so quickly and find joy in seeing their smiling faces year after year. Getting your children to agree on what to wear can be a challenge, but you manage to slip a big pink bow into your 7-year-old daughter’s hair, and you settle for a blue polo shirt on your 10-year-old son, even though he would much rather wear his football jersey. Before you all head out the door, you tuck a sweet note into their backpacks: “Mom loves you so much, don’t forget to smile big!”
After sending them off, looking their best, just in the nick of time, you cannot help but feel a sense of accomplishment. A quick jog around the neighborhood sounds perfect. You grab your headphones and keys, and although it feels unnecessary, you decide to bring your firearm. It is “just a run around the block” in your quiet, safe neighborhood, but you can never be too careful.
As you approach the final street before heading home, you savor the fresh air and your favorite song, taking in the sight of freshly cut grass and neatly trimmed bushes. Your head swivels as you stay vigilant, but suddenly, a rustling noise from a nearby bush catches your attention. Instantly, your body goes on high alert, and you turn just in time to see a man charging toward you, a knife in hand. A wave of dread floods over you, but all you can think of are your children and their smiling faces. With shaking hands, you quickly draw your firearm and shoot.
It is a life-or-death moment, and you acted to protect yourself.
This scenario, though terrifying, is one that many women could face. The reality of personal safety is often uncertain, but what happens next? Stunned, heart racing, you realize you are facing the aftermath of a self-defense situation, steps away from your home. After the initial shock wears off, you remember you are an Attorneys On Retainer (AOR) member. This membership could make all the difference in the aftermath of a life-threatening encounter.
The Importance of Knowing Your Rights and Defending Yourself
Whether you are at home, out running errands, or on a jog, it is vital to know your rights and understand what to do if you ever find yourself in a similar situation. At Attorneys On Retainer, we believe every woman deserves peace of mind when it comes to self-defense.
What if the mother in this situation had been with her child? What if the attacker had seen her firearm, tried to flee, but she still fired her gun? We would still defend her. Why? Because Attorneys On Retainer believes in protecting your rights—your freedom, your family, and most importantly, yourself.
As a member of AOR, if you are involved in a self-defense-related incident, whether or not you are charged—you are fully covered. We provide comprehensive legal defense and financial support, ensuring you are not alone in facing the legal ramifications of protecting yourself or a loved one.
Unlike third-party insurance companies, we are backed by the Attorneys For Freedom Law Firm, an Arizona-based law firm that represents clients nationwide. With our 24/7/365 emergency hotline, you can reach an attorney at any time, day or night. And most importantly, we defend good, bad, and questionable self-defense incidents, ensuring that you have support no matter what.
No Judgment, Just Protection
This story could have ended as a justified act of self-defense. But what if it had not? What if you were uncertain about whether you acted legally? Attorneys On Retainer is here to defend you, even in those gray areas. Self-defense is never a clear-cut textbook situation. However, if you acted reasonably to protect yourself or your loved ones, we would fight to protect your freedom.
Remember, using a firearm should always be your last resort. But understanding how and when to use it can make all the difference in your safety and ensure you are prepared to defend yourself if the need arises.
Conclusion
It was either his life or yours. Weeks go by, and the reality of the situation replays in your mind every day. You kiss your children a little longer and hold them a little tighter. At night, you open the mail and see your children’s school pictures. A bittersweet smile crosses your face as you hang them on the mantle. The “what-ifs” start to cloud your thoughts—what if you had not brought your firearm? What if you were in a gun-free zone? Would you still be here? Would you be incarcerated?
The next morning, you go for your usual run, making sure to bring your firearm with you. You are no longer just a victim; you are a survivor. With each step, you breathe the fresh air and feel the strength and protection that comes with being a member of Attorneys On Retainer.
We are freedom advocates, both locally and nationally, and we are here to support responsible gun owners like you. Check out our YouTube Channel, AttorneysOnRetainer, for videos highlighting our program, legal analyses, and our popular 2A Roundup series, where our female associate attorneys keep you updated on nationwide Second Amendment policies and cases.
Thank you for welcoming AOR into the WGOAA community. The harsh reality for women is that we can sometimes become targets of attackers, but we do not have to be easy, frightened victims. The goal of the upcoming articles, written by the associate attorneys at Attorneys For Freedom Law Firm, aim to help you understand the legal aspects of firearm ownership and provide you with the best self-protection education available. We are excited to bring you valuable insights from a female attorney’s perspective on the Second Amendment and self-protection. To learn more about Attorneys For Freedom Law Firm and the Attorneys On Retainer National Self-Defense program, visit AttorneysForFreedom.com or AttorneysOnRetainer.us. You can also reach us at 866-404-5112 or email support@attorneysonretainer.us.
Your safety. Your rights. Your peace of mind.
This is a sponsored blog post by Attorneys On Retainer.
The Attorneys On Retainer program provides the ultimate self-defense plan for responsible gun owners, and the necessary legal defense and financial support if you are ever involved in a self-defense incident. Owned and operated by the Attorneys For Freedom Law Firm, the Attorneys On Retainer National Self-Defense program provides you peace of mind knowing that you won’t ever have to worry about funding your legal defense if you are charged with a crime (misdemeanor or felony) after a self-defense incident.
