Stay informed, stay compliant, and stay prepared. This page brings together every resource you need as a Colorado firearm owner or CHP holder — including concealed carry laws, reciprocity maps, self-defense overviews, instructor information, and practical shooting drills.
📰 Blog
Our blog covers everything from Colorado self-defense cases to training advice and use-of-force analysis. Learn from real incidents, case law breakdowns, and expert insights that apply to responsible concealed carriers and armed professionals alike.
❓ FAQs
Find answers to the most common questions about Colorado’s concealed carry process, live-fire requirements, course options, reciprocity, and firearm laws. Updated regularly to reflect changes in state law and training standards.
🗺️ Reciprocity Map
Not all states recognize a Colorado CHP — and some have specific restrictions. Use our interactive reciprocity map to see where your permit is valid, and stay current on which states honor your Colorado concealed handgun license.
🎯 Firearms Instructors
Meet our team of certified firearm instructors, including NRA, USCCA, PPCT, and TASER-certified professionals. Led by Mark Schneider, our instructors bring years of real-world experience in firearms safety, self-defense, and professional security training.
⚖️ Colorado Self-Defense Law
Learn how Colorado law defines lawful self-defense, including the standards of innocence, imminence, reasonableness, proportionality, and avoidance. Understand how “no duty to retreat” works, what qualifies as justified deadly force, and how to handle the aftermath of a defensive encounter.
📘 Colorado CHP Guide
A complete walkthrough of the Colorado Concealed Handgun Permit (CHP) process — eligibility, training requirements, live-fire qualification, and renewal. This guide helps you navigate the new 2025–2026 law changes and apply correctly the first time.
🔫 Shooting Drills
Improve your confidence and accuracy with our growing collection of CCW-approved shooting drills, including LAPD, FBI, and Colorado-style qualification standards. Every drill includes distance, round count, scoring, and printable targets for at-home or range practice.
🪪 How to Get a CHP
A simple, step-by-step guide to obtaining your Colorado Concealed Handgun Permit, from finding a certified course to passing your live-fire qualification and submitting your application with the county sheriff’s office. Includes renewal info and eligibility details.
⚙️ Why This Page Matters
This Laws & Resources section is designed to keep Colorado gun owners, security professionals, and CCW students informed about their legal responsibilities, training requirements, and best practices for lawful firearm ownership. Whether you’re applying for your first CHP or renewing after five years, these resources help you stay educated and compliant.