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- A Michigan CPL Is Honored In 39 Other States
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- Drivers Of Older Vehicles Are Potential Carjacking Victims
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- Never Have A "First Date" At A Private Residence
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- Your Chosen Profession Can Lead To Your Victimization
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- How Long Does It Take To Enter Your Residence?
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- Never Leave A Drink Unattended
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- [Video] Everything You Wanted To Know About Jacketed Hollow-Point Ammunition But Didn't Know Enough To Ask
- [Video] Consistent Shooting + Adequate Coaching = Accurate Shooting
- [Video] Cover Versus Concealment
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- [Video] Qualifying Your Defensive Ammo
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Acronyms We Use
AG: Attorney General
BATFE: Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives
CCW: Carrying Concealed Weapon
CFI: Chief Firearm Instructor
CPL: Concealed Pistol License
CRSO: Chief Range Safety Officer
FBI: Federal Bureau of Investigation
FFL: Federal Firearms License
FMJ: Full Metal Jacket
IDPA: International Defensive Pistol Association
IPSC: International Practical Shooting Confederation
JHP: Jacketed Hollow Point
LEIN: Law Enforcement Information Network
MCOLES: Michigan Coalition of Law Enforcement Standards
MSP: Michigan State Police
NRA: National Rifle Association
PLEA: Prevailing Law Enforcement Agency
RSO: Range Safety Officer
TSA: Transportation Safety Administration
BATFE: Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives
CCW: Carrying Concealed Weapon
CFI: Chief Firearm Instructor
CPL: Concealed Pistol License
CRSO: Chief Range Safety Officer
FBI: Federal Bureau of Investigation
FFL: Federal Firearms License
FMJ: Full Metal Jacket
IDPA: International Defensive Pistol Association
IPSC: International Practical Shooting Confederation
JHP: Jacketed Hollow Point
LEIN: Law Enforcement Information Network
MCOLES: Michigan Coalition of Law Enforcement Standards
MSP: Michigan State Police
NRA: National Rifle Association
PLEA: Prevailing Law Enforcement Agency
RSO: Range Safety Officer
TSA: Transportation Safety Administration
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- Detroit Community Safety Advocate Launches Fundraiser To Give Women FREE Shooting Lessons
- Detroit CPL Class Instructor Organizes Benefit For Local Heroine
- A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Detroit Gun Buy-Back
- Rick Ector To Discuss The Futility Police Sponsored Gun Buy-Backs On The Charlie Langton Show - Thursday, August 30th, 2012
- A Criminal's Guide To Detroit Police Department Buy-Backs: Disposing of Illegally Possessed Guns For Fun and Profit
- A Citizen's Guide To Detroit Police Gun Buy-Backs: How To Legally Buy Firearms Below Wholesale Prices
- Michigan CCW Class Instructor Organizes FREE Personal Protection Seminars For Detroit-Area Community
- Michigan CPL Instructors Organizes FREE Shooting Event For Local Women
- Celebrity Will Not Protect You From Violent Crime In Detroit
- Most Firearm Accidents Are Negligent Acts
- Recap: Jesse Jackson's Impotent Protest Against The Action Impact Gun Range
- Is The National Rifle Association (NRA) An Organization For Black People?
- 2012 NRA Annual Meeting in St. Louis Recap
- Michigan Open Carry Inc. Concealed Pistol License (CPL) Benefit Class - March 10, 2012
- Black Man With A Gun: A Politically Incorrect Photo Album
- [Video] Recap of "Starbucks Appreciation Day" - Valentine's Day 2012 Royal Oak, MI Event
- Responsible Firearm Owners Don't Ring In A New Year With Gunfire
- Seven Ugly Realities Of Being A Victim Of A Violent Crime
- Daytime Detroit Home Invasion Personal Protection Safety Tips
- Did DPD Northeast District Police Officers Turn Their Backs On The Citizens of Detroit?
- Prepare For The Fall of Detroit - Mayor Bing Has Failed Us
- Woeful Detroit Police Dept. Statistics Have A New Scapegoat: Unreported Gun Shots
- Fox News Detroit Reporter Rob Wolchek Should Be Enshrined Into His Own Hall Of Shame
- Your Guns And Your Kids
- Violent Crime In Detroit Could Skyrocket In Response To Cuts In Michigan's Cash Assistance Program
- Detroit Senior Citizens Are Fighting Back Against Violent Crime With Firearms
- L.A.I.D. Second Annual Open Carry Picnic Recap
- A Real Solution For Detroit's Violent Crime Problem
- The Novi Michigan Police Department's CCW Class Is Harmful To Your Freedom
- How To Get Rail-Roaded By The Legal System After Being Carjacked
- Are Metro-Detroit Judges Compromising Public Safety?
- Self-Defense Statistics That DPD Doesn't Want You To Know
- If Michigan Automobiles Were Treated Like Firearms...
- Successful Norway Terrorist Attacks Proves That Gun Control Does Not Work
- Botched East-side Detroit Barber Shop Robbery Attempt Proves That Guns Save Lives
- Failures of Law Enforcement Agencies and County Gun Boards Don't Tarnish Michigan's CPL Law
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- Can You Legally Carry A Handgun Into A US Post Office If You Have A Michigan Concealed Pistol License?
- A Few Observations on the Carjacking of the 81 Year-old DPD Retiree
- Desperate Muskegon Police, Religious, and Community Leaders Openly Admit Folly of Their Upcoming Gun Buy-Back Scheme
- The Reason Why You Might Not Be Able To Open CarryThis Weekend's Detroit Country Hoe Down
- Detroit Police Acknowledge Open Carry At This Year's "Country Hoe Down"
- Should Michigan County Gun Boards Be Disbanded As Unnecessary Relics Of Our State's Racist Past?
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- Personal Protection Tips From The Detroit Police Department
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| "I recently attended Rick's class so that I could obtain my Michigan CPL. He is extremely professional, yet relaxed,
and kept the class interesting, exciting, and informative. He covered a lot of information regarding the laws, how to handle situations should they arise,
gun/ammunition types, gun selection, and most importantly safety. I would recommend this class to anyone from the the most seasoned of gun owners to the
novice who has never even held a gun before. Rick showed us proper shooting stances and techniques and the best ways to optimize accuracy. He also will stop
right away to answer any questions that may come up. For all of these reasons and more, Rick will be my first stop for all of my self defense needs. Thanks
Rick!!!" - Mr. Dave B., Clawson, Oakland County, Michigan |
| "If you are even thinking about carrying a concealed weapon for personal protection, Rick's class is the absolute
first step you need to take in preparing. You will learn everything you need to know to protect yourself -- not only with your concealed pistol, but also
from the authorities if you should ever have the unfortunate circumstance to use your weapon in self-defense. You will get the necessary legal information
to know how to respond to the police and what to say and what not to say to the 911 operator if you should have to make that call. Rick doesn't take shortcuts.
Rick and his associates take the necessary time to show you the proper way to clear and handle a firearm. Take the class, you will be glad you did! Thanks for
all you are doing! Regards," - Mr. D. Schmidt, Clinton Twp., Macomb County, Michigan |
| "Hey Rick! I want to thank you for providing such a vital service to the community. Everyone who cares about their
safety and their freedom needs to be educated on how best to secure both, and I can't think of anyone better equipped to teach them than you. Your class was
very informative, and as the instructor you were very knowledgeable on every aspect of gun ownership and usage and very patient with the many questions I asked-
and had a ready answer for all of them! I would certainly - and have already- suggest anybody looking for a CPL go to you first." - Mr. B. Tilley, Eastpointe, Macomb County, Michigan 48021 |
| "Rick, Thanks for providing me this opportunity, it was very informative and I would definitely recommend your class to
others. Take care!" - Ms. M. Woods, Southfield, Oakland County, Michigan 48034 |
| "As an attorney and just as a regular citizen of Michigan, I cannot say enough good things about Rick's Firearm Academy.
Rick Ector and his other instructors provided excellent training and instruction and managed to make a normally dry subject interesting and entertaining. They
were patient, knowledgeable, skilled, and talented in communicating important information about gun safety, personal protection, and security. I learned a lot
from Rick Ector and his staff. The info is extremely useful to my every day life, as I try to protect myself. I was so impressed with Rick and his staff that I
intend to take more courses from Rick's Firearm Academy. I am very lucky to have learned about Rick's Firearm Academy, which should be a must for all Michigan
residents. Rick Ector and his staff know their stuff and turned a day of training and instruction on rules - regarding firearm safety and concealed pistol
licenses - into an interesting experience that benefited me and my safety. I will take the valuable information they imparted to me into my everyday life as I
try to make myself more secure from crime and threats. Well, worth the money. In fact, it's a bargain." - Ms. D. Schlussel, Attorney-At-Law, Southfield, Oakland County, Michigan 48034 |
| "Hello Rick, I just wanted to inform you how insightful your CPL class was. Not only did you and Damian educate me
better on the usage of a firearm but you also helped me with being aware of my surroundings and how I am approached by strangers as well. I am in the sales and
marketing profession for an aluminum manufacturer. I am often in rural and industrial areas and I am much more comfortable after taking your class. I now have
better firearm knowledge, know the difference of taking cover, and have knowledge of when it is illegal to shoot when you have been victimized. I have
recommended your class to most of my friends who have an interest; some have handled firearms, but they will find that they too need to take your class. I
have every intention to stay in contact for additional training and updates. Thanks again. Regards," - Mr. M. Jackson, Sales and Marketing Executive, Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan 48206 |
| "Hey! I just wanted to let u know that I really enjoyed your class and since then I've referred a few of my co-workers
to participate just this past month and they also enjoyed themselves and learned a whole about carrying a concealed weapon. Expect more of my coworkers to take
the class. On behalf of me and Wayne County Roads keep up the Great Work!!! :-))" - Ms. D. Montgomery, Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan 48235 |
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