Con artists are impersonating IRS agents to catch you off guard. Refuse To Be A Victim and follow these helpful tips to avoid several popular scams:

The Scam

• Someone calls or emails saying they're from the IRS -- and you owe money. They say if you don't pay immediately, a warrant could be issued for your arrest.
• Sometimes they recite personal information such as the last four digits of your Social Security number to sound credible. The number on the caller ID might even look legitimate or imitate the IRS toll-free number, or the email address might be similar to actual IRS email addresses.
• Someone promises you a big refund if you let them prepare your taxes. Scammers generally prey on people who do not have a filing requirement, such as low-income individuals or the elderly. They also target people who do not speak English. They charge big money for bad advice -- or worse yet, file the return and have the refund deposited into their own account.
• Someone gets your previous tax returns, income history W-2s, or other personal information and files fraudulent returns on your behalf.
• Someone contacts you directly after a disaster and claims to be working on behalf of the IRS to help the victims file casualty loss claims and get tax returns.

 Helpful tips

• Do NOT give out info over the phone or via email. The IRS will never ask for such information over the phone and will always send out a written notice.
• Call the IRS to verify that the claim of money owed is legitimate. Call the 800 number to be sure you're talking to the real IRS, not some scammer.
• Always get a copy of what was filed for you if you use a tax preparer. Remember, taxpayers are legally responsible for what's on their tax return even if it is prepared by someone else.
• Shred anything with personal information on it. If you have emails with tax information, be sure they are secure by choosing difficult passwords and changing them often.

Personal Protection In The Home Americans own firearms for a variety of reasons, but home defense is among the most common reasons for owning a handgun. To help handgun owners learn more about firearms and home defense, the NRA developed the Basics of Personal Protection In The Home Course. This course focuses on the safe and efficient use of a handgun for protection of self and family. Students can also learn about their right to self-defense as a law-abiding citizen.

People who take this course realize the importance of protecting themselves and their families.  The responsibility of protecting your home falls upon you. The homeowner is the first responder.

During the eight-hour course, an NRA Certified Instructor will teach students basic defensive shooting skills, how to respond to a violent confrontation, and strategies for home safety. Specific state firearms and home defense laws are taught by an individual certified in the state that the course is taught. Not sure which gun is right for you and your home? You can learn how to choose a handgun for self-defense, along with continued opportunities to expand your skills.

Although Personal Protection In the Home is considered an NRA Basic course, it’s not for beginners. In order to take this course, students must be law-abiding adults (at least 21 years) and have experience with a firearm. To learn more about the course requirements you can call 614-496-0308 or email me at ohiotriggeraction@gmail.com

Hunting and target shooting are among the safest of all sports.  Part of the reason is that young and new students are introduced properly by responsible adults.

SAFETY FIRST

The following 10 rules for firearms safety are passed along from shooter to shooter and keep us all safe in the field and on the range.  Please join us in passing this tradition along.

1. Always keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction.
2. Firearms should be unloaded when not actually in use.
3. Don't rely on your gun's "Safety".
4. Be sure of your target and what's beyond it.
5. Use correct ammunition.
6. If you gun fails to fire when the trigger is pulled, handle with care!
7. Always wear eye and ear protection when shooting.
8. Be sure the barrel is clear of obstructions before shooting.
9. Don't alter or modify your gun, and have guns served regularly
10. Learn the mechanical and handling characteristics of the firearm you are using.

FIREARMS SAFETY TRAINING

Trigger Action, supports and provides training on "Home Firearm Safety" basic safety course.  This is a non-shooting course designated just in the safe storage and handling a firearm in a safe mannor, and what to do in case you come across a loaded firearm.  This is a good course for the non-shooter that wants to have an understanding of firearms.