Chas.
Ladies Self-Defense Information Seminar
Texas passed its Concealed Handgun License statute in 1995 and the program has been a tremendous success. Texas Concealed Handgun License holders (“CHLs�) have a twelve year history of being the most law-abiding segment of Texans, as reported by the Texas Department of Public Safety (“DPS�).
Women face a greater danger of becoming a crime victim than do men, but according to the DPS’ data for 2007, women comprise 18.31% of current CHLs. This percentage is up slightly from 2006 (approximately 0.6%), but far below the level that most men would expect.
So why do a relatively small percentage of women choose to obtain a CHL and with it the ability to defend themselves against a violent attack? The answer seems to be a combination of a lack of knowledge, an erroneous belief that armed self-defense is beyond their physical and/or emotion capability, and a misunderstanding of Texas law.
To address these concerns, Charles Cotton and Marc Gentine will present a self-defense seminar with a special emphasis on issues facing women. The seminar will be presented at the PSC “Blue Building� on Friday, February 8, 2008, from 7:00 pm until 9:00 pm.
The purpose of this seminar is to provide an overview of issues related to self-defense including Texas law, training opportunities, selecting a firearm and method of carrying it, secure storage and carry methods when children are present, and a multitude of other questions ladies typically have when it comes to making such an important decision. As noted, this is an overview of these subjects, not an in-depth study. In short, the seminar is designed to show people what they need to learn and how to do it.
So if you or someone you know would like to attend this free seminar, simply send an email to Charles@CottonFamily.com to reserve a seat. Seating is limited, so please provide your name along with those who will be attending with you.
