Concealed handgun carry license holders are much less likely to commit crimes than the general population as a whole, but that does not make them immune from encounters with law enforcement officers. Even the most diligent of licensed concealed carriers are occasionally stopped by law enforcement due to traffic violations, so it is important to know how to handle such an encounter if it happens to you. Below is what you should say, and do, in order to keep your interaction with law enforcement safe and courteous and avoid misunderstandings that could lead to trouble for both of you:…
Collecting coins is one of the great American pastimes. There is no collectible hobby, with perhaps the exception of collecting baseball cards and stamps, that is so distinctly American and, without a doubt, absolute fun. If you’re interested in collecting coins, it’s important to familiarize yourself with the vernacular and culture of the community. When it comes to grading coins, you should become familiar with the “industry” standard: the Sheldon coin grading scale.…
If you are one of the over 42 million Americans who currently smoke cigarettes, you may be feeling the pressure to quit. As you probably already know, quitting smoking is not an easy task. That’s why many are turning to electronic cigarettes (referred to as e-cigarettes) to quit or reduce their use of cigarettes. You are probably wondering just how effective (and expensive) electronic cigarettes are. While there is still some controversy over their effectiveness as a smoking cessation aid, recent studies have produced promising results.…
