The Harsh Reality of Armed Self-Defense — And How to Protect Yourself Legally
Using a firearm in self-defense can save your life — but it can also destroy it if you’re not legally protected.
Many responsible gun owners believe that if they act within the law, the legal system will protect them. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case.
🔍 What Really Happens After a Self-Defense Shooting
Even if you’re completely justified in defending yourself or your family, you may still face:
- Criminal charges, including manslaughter or aggravated assault
- Civil lawsuits from the attacker or their family
- High legal costs, with no guarantee of reimbursement
- Emotional trauma, public backlash, and media attention
And this starts within minutes of the incident. After calling 911, what you say can—and will—be used against you.
⚖️ The Legal Burden Falls on You
- Law enforcement may arrest you on the spot.
- Prosecutors may seek charges even if you acted lawfully.
- You could face tens of thousands in legal fees before your case is resolved.
- Your life could be put on hold—or turned upside down—by a flawed justice system.
✅ How 2nd Call Defense Protects You
We provide instant legal protection for responsible gun owners who use force in self-defense.
When you’re involved in a self-defense situation, your first call is to 911—your second call should be to us.
Here’s how our service works:
🚨 1. Immediate 24/7 Legal Hotline
Call our emergency number right after the incident. You’ll speak to a trained legal response specialist who connects you with an attorney in your area.
👨⚖️ 2. Attorney Retainer Paid Upfront
We immediately retain a local criminal defense attorney to represent you. No delays. No reimbursements. We pay your legal fees up front.
🛡️ 3. Bail Bond and Criminal Defense Coverage
Depending on your membership level, we cover:
- Bail bonds (up to $25,000)
- Criminal defense attorney fees
- Civil lawsuit defense
- Loss of wages
- Clean-up and replacement of seized firearms
🧾 4. Full Legal Expense Coverage
You won’t need to worry about surprise costs. We work directly with your attorney and pay them on your behalf.
💼 5. Member Portal & Legal Resources
Access downloadable resources, member training, legal tips, and more—all from your secure online dashboard.
🔒 Why Choose 2nd Call Defense?
- No reimbursements. We pay your attorney directly.
- All weapons covered — not just firearms.
- Civil & criminal legal protection after self-defense.
- Over 40,000 members protected nationwide.
- Trusted legal network with nationwide coverage.
💥 Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late
You carry a firearm to protect your life. But if you don’t have legal protection, you could lose everything you were trying to defend.
Join 2nd Call Defense today and carry with confidence.
✔️ Instant coverage.
✔️ No deductibles.
✔️ No pay-and-pray reimbursements.