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Thanks for the feedback on this question everyone. The code that I quoted in my original post "Tennessee Code Annotated Section 39-11-1603(33)" was found on page 9 of the booklet I recieved when I took my HCP class this past May at Carter Shooting Supply. I tried to search for that exact code myself but couldn't find it online anywhere. Is there a place online one can research Tennessee state codes? I am not sure if the code was misprinted when the booket was made or if it is an old state code. Page 9 of my booklet also gives a partial definition to another code 39-11-602 which defines the term "deadly force". Since I am not well versed on state codes, I assumed what was printed was correct. If anyone has taken their HCP class from Carter's recently, check and see if you may have the same legal definitions as I do on page 9.

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I am curious, what would constitute disparity of force? Let's say I am leaving Wal-Mart, walking to my vehicle in the parking lot and some thugs (2 or more indivduals without weapons present at the moment) approach me and want to start trouble (fighing, robbery etc). Is the option of disparity of force valid for that situation? I don't want take a chance and draw my weapon only to find out that it was not justifiable. I have read that in order for deadly force to be justified, One of five of the following conditions must be met. They are according to T.C.A 39-11-1603 (33): 1. substantial risk of death 2. protracted unconsciousness 3. extreme physical pain 4. protracted or obvious disfiguement 5. protracted loss or sustantial impairment of a function of a bodliy member, organ, or mental faculty. This would apply only to me drawing my weapon, not firing. This seems kind of silly but I would like any feedback if I would be in the right? Thanks.

Thanks for the feedback everyone. I guess either I carry and hope I don't get caught or just shop at my own risk. I hope that maybe someday business/propery owners might realize that people with HCP's are not looking for a reason to shoot, they only carry to protect themselves (and others providing they use extreme discretion on the situation). I hope and pray I never have to find out.

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I chose the Glock 23 for several reasons. 1. The price fit my budget. 2. The G-23 is used by several law enforcement agencies throughout the country. If it is good enough for them, it is good enough for me. 3. The reputation of Glock for its ruggedness, ease of maintainance and simplicity of use. 4. The Glock 23 can be concealed pretty well with the right holster/clothing.

I was wondering if Tennessee has ever looked at adopting a "Gun-Free Zone" liability law. From what I have read on the internet, Arizona and Georgia have tried to pass such legislation. I am not sure if it was eventually passed. The proposal would essentially place liability on property owners (malls, grocery stores, etc) who ban weapons on their propery even if the patron has an CCW/HCP and if that person was attacked, mugged, carjacked while on said property they could make the property owners liable for any criminal act commited against them due to the fact that they could not defend themselves because of the weapon ban. I am thinking of writing my representatives/legislators to try to consider such a bill if one is not already been suggested. Any input as to if this would ever fly?

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Hello everyone. I am a proud gun owner and NRA member from Chattanooga, TN. I am also a HCP holder for the past few months. I'm glad to be aboard and look forward to sharing thoughts on all things gun related with fellow TGO members.