Published by Concealed Carry Academy, LLC P.O. Box 450, Oakton, VA 22124 Printed in the U.S.A. First Printing January 2012 Copyright © Jason R. Hanson, Concealed Carry Academy, LLC, 2012 All rights reserved. Without limiting the rights under copyright reserved above, no part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in, or introduced into a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form, or by any means, without the prior written permission of both the copyright owner and the publisher of this book. For information regarding special discounts for bulk purchases, please call 801-512-2545 or fax 888-251-0284. Important Publishers Note This publication is designed to provide accurate and authoritative information in regard to the subject matter covered. If legal advice or any type of assistance is needed, please seek the services of a competent professional. Firearms are potentially dangerous and should be handled responsibly by all individuals. This book, produced by the Concealed Carry Academy, LLC, is for informational purposes only. All technical information, instruction, and advice, reflect the beliefs of the Concealed Carry Academy, LLC and are intended as informational only. This book is not intended to serve as a replacement for professional instruction. By reading this book you understand firearms are potentially dangerous and you assume all risks if you choose to handle a firearm. You agree to indemnify, and hold harmless the Concealed Carry Academy, LLC and Jason R. Hanson from any and all such claims and damages as a result of reading this book, which is for informational purposes only. All statements of fact, opinion, or analysis expressed are those of the author and they do not reflect the official positions or views of the CIA or any other U.S. Government agency. Nothing in the contents should be construed as asserting or implying U.S. Government authentication of information or Agency endorsement of the author’s views. This material has been reviewed by the CIA to prevent the disclosure of classified information. 2 This book is dedicated to the American citizen who values their life enough to want to protect it. To my mother, who let me have BB guns and air pistols growing up, as long as I only shot them when she was home. Of course, this meant the guns often got confiscated when she’d pull in the driveway from doing errands and see me sprinting back to the house to put them away. To my incredible wife Amanda who I will never be able to thank enough for the role she’s played in the Concealed Carry Academy. She’s an organizational wizard… And I am not. 3 The author standing in front of the CIA Seal in the Original Headquarters Building 4 CIA Memorial Wall 5 Office of Strategic Services Memorial 6 Here’s proof of what you can expect from this book… “I thoroughly enjoyed the Ultimate Concealed Carry Experience. Jason was an excellent instructor, mixing humor, real life experience, stories, and practical tips with the required training topics. He answered all of our questions, discussed his personal concealed carry preferences, and covered both Utah and Virginia concealed carry laws and requirements. His staff was very professional and ensured we had fingerprint cards and personal photographs to complete our Utah concealed carry applications. I learned a great deal and now will pursue additional training with the Concealed Carry Academy. Well done!” ~ Greg Kuper, Houston, TX “Excellent classroom presentation, interspersed with interesting video clips. Jason has a real knack for getting the message across while paying close attention to time and the myriad admin details that are so important to complete all the paperwork and presentations in the allotted time. I would say that Jason is at the top of his game. He is an engaging instructor and his classes are highly recommended.” ~ Brian Hagan, Pasadena, MD "Before I took a class at the Concealed Carry Academy, my experience with guns was limited. I knew only how to use the rifles and shotguns that belonged to my father, and had never even seen a handgun. But Jason Hanson taught the class in a way that was clear, yet went into every important detail, from legal issues, to posture and grip, to holsters, to even discussing technical aspects of handguns, in a way that is approachable to a first-timer. If you could only take one class, or have been hesitating to take the first step, the Concealed Carry Academy is the best place to go.” ~ Rick Leiner, Fairfax, VA Jason, I am really thankful that you put on this special class for those who attended. Your expertise in the subject and diligent preparation and instructions definitely made an impact on me and will stick with me throughout my life. You made the class very enjoyable… and had the ability to explain key concepts very simplistically while never undermining the importance they hold. Thank you again for this great opportunity and hope to keep in touch!” ~Carey Riley, Alexandria, VA “Hi Jason, I just wanted to let you know how much I appreciated the Ultimate Concealed Carry class this weekend. I drove 2 1/2 hours from Suffolk to take the class… I have already talked my dad into signing up for the next available class. The goodie bag was a plus, especially the CD, which provides a good review of the safety guidelines and best practices in regards to personal safety/security. Thanks again!” ~Laura Hollingsworth, Alpine, UT I’m writing to thank you for the great class you gave on Saturday. I think that this class would benefit everyone (male and female, young and old) and I believe the more people you can teach, the better. I learned some very valuable things in the class and am thrilled to feel more comfortable about protecting my family. I feel much more comfortable about what kind of gun to purchase now; I can’t wait to go out and try a few before making my purchase. Thanks again for the valuable information!!! ~Jessica Bliss, Charlestown, WV 7 "I highly recommend the Ultimate Concealed Carry Experience for either the beginner or advanced firearms enthusiast. As a former U.S. Army Ranger, I have sat through hundreds of hours of firearms training, yet I still gained a tremendous amount from this course. This is not a boring class taught from a book. Jason uses video examples and real life experiences to teach the fundamentals of how to protect your family and home. The time flew by! So whether you have never touched a gun before or are looking for a refresher course, you will get a lot out of this class. I have already recommended the Ultimate Concealed Carry Experience to several of my friends and family members." ~ Scott Dennis, Portland, OR "I have been teaching in the public school system for 28 years, so I think I know what to look for in a good teacher. The Ultimate Concealed Carry permit course was well organized. Jason was very knowledgeable about the subject matter and he made all of the students feel comfortable in the class. I highly recommend this class to all who may be interested in carrying a concealed handgun." ~Adam Roegner, Fort Washington, MD I had really high expectations leading up to this class. Mostly because of the credentials that Jason Hanson the instructor has achieved. I'm happy to report that The Concealed Carry Class lived up to all of my expectations and more. The class was professional, fun and informative. Furthermore, this is a great class for women of all ages. I was pleasantly surprised to discover that of the 30 or so people in the class almost half of them were women. Jason covered all kinds of firearm safety rules, federal and state firearm laws and situational awareness issues. So even if you never carry, you'll be better prepared for the unexpected. So I highly recommend this class. ~Kelly Lodi, York, PA I just attended Jason's Ultimate Concealed Carry Experience class and I highly recommend his class to anyone thinking about obtaining a concealed weapons permit. Jason's class was detailed and informative, his ability to keep his students engaged with his lively personality, rich content and examples of what you can and can't do, should and shouldn't do really help one ingest all the content. Have a question but are afraid to ask during class? Not a problem, Jason is available after class for just that purpose! Truly a fantastic experience!” ~Chip Bateman, Miami, FL Unlike other seminars that promise to make you an expert when your done with their class, Jason delivers a great introduction and awareness of personal security and defense. The class was very friendly and the information was not too much. I look forward to learning more with the Concealed Carry Academy . Everyone should take this course. ~Marshall Karlovich, Draper, UT I really enjoyed attending the Concealed Carry Experience class this past weekend. I have never owned a firearm, nor have I ever even held a handgun before, however, living on my own has prompted me to really think about purchasing one and learning how to use one appropriately in case of an emergency. After taking the class, it has reaffirmed my decision to go ahead and purchase a handgun and practice using it so I can defend myself in case I'm ever in a compromising position. I'm glad that I took the class and have definitely told a lot of my friends about it! ~Lindy Potter, Spanish Fork, UT Jason, I just attended your Concealed Weapons class last night and I just wanted to let you know that I thought it was spectacular. I felt the information provided was both useful and easy to follow. I look forward to attending more of your seminars in the future. ~Tony Teagle, St. George, UT 8 I enjoyed your class and will more than likely sign up for a shooting class in the near future. The family and the military training I have had over the last 30 years were good but not as practical as what you gave our class. ~Kris Davidson, Woodbridge, VA I have been a gun owner for about seven years now. But regardless, I learned so much valuable information and certainly many more things to consider that I hadn’t thought of before now. The good advice, sound techniques and knowledge of the law will help me to become a responsible permit holder that will hopefully keep me safe. Thank you again. ~Holly Sanders, San Diego, CA My wife and I attended the Concealed Carry Academy class together last weekend. Jason's expertise and training have given us an advantage over the criminal and a way to protect ourselves should we ever need to. The plethora of information that was shared in class was also given to us in DVD form so we can now digest it slowly and take it all in. Thank you Jason. ~Rob Michaels, Henderson, NV Loved this class, best money I've spent in quite some time. Not only was the class very informative, it was presented in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. No "this is the way it must be done so don't question me" tactics. Questions were encouraged and answered in an understandable way. I'd recommend this class to gun owners, people thinking of buying a gun, or those just interested in personal and home safety. I've already recommended it to several of my friends who will probably sign up when next offered. Great class, great instructor. ~Pat Conklin, Centreville, VA 9 Concealed Carry Opportunities - Ultimate Concealed Carry Experience - CCA Defensive Pistol - CCA Advanced Defensive Pistol - Pocket Pistol Secrets - Spy Escape and Evasion For complete details on these courses and others, visit www.UltimateConceal.com. 10