Originally Posted by
mjw16
This is a misleading statement. In addition to being better trained in firearm proficiency/marksmanship than most of the general public, they are also more familiar with: firearm handling, defensive tactics, practical firearm defense, use of force procedure/legality, how to de-escalate use of force situations, non-lethal defense tactics, etc.
Good point. Just 'cause some smuck is great at target practice on the range doesn't mean he's prepared to win anything in a real life street situation.