Category: Concealed Carry Badges
Clery Act compliance involves ongoing daily requirements plus critical annual deadlines. The October 1 ASR deadline is the most important date on every campus security professional’s calendar.
The complete journey from civilian to sworn police officer: requirements, timeline, and training overview
Compare the top 6 police dog breeds used by K9 units across the United States. German Shepherds, Belgian Malinois, Dutch Shepherds, Bloodhounds, Labrador Retrievers, and Dobermans each bring unique strengths to law enforcement—from patrol and apprehension to detection and tracking.
Firearms qualification requirements overview comparing standards for law enforcement officers, armed security guards, and pursuit professionals across all 50 states.
Top 5 non-resident CCW permits ranked by reciprocity, cost, training requirements, and processing time. Florida and Arizona tie for most coverage at 37 states each.
The 5-step CCW permit application process: eligibility, training, documents, application, and background check with key cost and timing statistics.
Where CCW Permits Don’t Work: Federal law prohibits firearms in post offices, schools, courthouses, and airports—no exceptions. State restrictions on bars, churches, and hospitals vary widely. Know before you carry.
Infographic showing CCW reciprocity statistics: 0 states honor all permits, 37+ states honor Florida permits, 29 constitutional carry states, and 8 states with limited recognition. Compares best coverage permits (Florida, Utah, Arizona, Texas at 35-37 states) versus limited coverage permits (California, New York, Hawaii, Massachusetts at 5-7 states). Explains three recognition types: full reciprocity, unilateral recognition, and no recognition.
Complete Legal Guide Concealed Carry Laws in America: The Complete 2026 Guide Everything you need to know about CCW permits, reciprocity, constitutional carry, prohibited places, and your rights as a gun owner across all 50 states. 📅 Last Updated: January 2026•⏱️ 18 min read•✍️ Owl Badges Team 📌 Quick OverviewRead More
← Back to Complete CCW Guide CCW Guide Series Constitutional Carry States 2026: Complete Permitless Carry Map All 29 states where you can legally carry a concealed firearm without a permit, including age requirements, restrictions, and what you need to know. 📅 Last Updated: January 2026•⏱️ 15 min read•✍️ OwlRead More
Is It Illegal to Refuse to Show ID to Police? Know Your Rights A comprehensive guide to your identification rights during police encounters, including stop and identify laws, when you must show ID, and how to handle different situations. Last Updated: January 2026 Read Time: 13 min Category: Legal GuideRead More
Is It Illegal to Have Police Lights on Your Car? State Laws Explained A complete guide to emergency vehicle lighting laws, what colors are restricted, who can legally use them, and the penalties for violations in all 50 states. Last Updated: January 2026 Read Time: 11 min Category: Legal GuideRead More