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Straight Talk, Real Protection

From the moment you sign up, AOR connects you to an attorney ready to represent you in all 50 states, plus Washington, D.C., if you have to defend yourself. We only have three criteria: you’re facing or reasonably concerned about criminal charges, you can assert self-defense in good faith, and the incident happened after you became a client. That’s the program in a nutshell.

But joining AOR does more than protect you. A portion of every client’s fees goes directly toward legal advocacy for 2nd Amendment rights and pro bono representation for responsible gun owners who couldn’t otherwise afford a defense. When you join, you’re standing behind every armed citizen who carries with that same sense of responsibility, whether they can afford to or not.

We’d rather tell you exactly what you’re getting than oversell you on something we can’t deliver. That’s the only way we know how to run this.

I created my YouTube channel in order to help real people find honest, accurate information regarding what guns they might want to carry in order to defend their lives. I take that job very seriously, knowing that the opinions I share could save their lives. The other thing people need is someone to tirelessly defend them should they need to actually defend their lives. I'm confident that AOR is the right group of individuals to help in the legal space of what happens after you defend yourself.

— Honest Outlaw

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The Difference

This Is Not Your Typical
Self-Defense Insurance

Most programs put an insurance company or third-party network between you and your defense. AOR puts a law firm there instead — the only one in the nation exclusively representing clients in self-defense cases.

Attorneys On Retainer

  • Attorney-client privilege the moment you become an Attorneys For Freedom (AFF) client
  • Coverage in all 50 states & D.C.
  • 24/7 emergency hotline to your attorney
  • Exclusively represents clients in self-defense cases
  • We cover what other programs routinely exclude

Other Self-Defense Programs

  • Your information may not be protected by attorney-client privilege
  • Coverage may not be available in all 50 states
  • Hotline may connect you to a call center or case manager first, not an attorney
  • Attorneys may handle many types of cases, not just self-defense
  • Exclusions may apply to illegal weapons, prohibited possessors, and more

Coverage Plan Comparison

See How AOR Stacks Up

AORUSCCACCW SafeUS LawShieldFLPRight to Bear
Represented by the Attorneys For Freedom Law Firm
100% Run by a Law Firm
All Coverage Decisions Made by Attorneys
Become a Client of a Law Firm Immediately Upon Joining
Company Retains Sole Discretion to Select Your Attorney Otherwise 100,000 Limit on Attorney Fees

The $100,000 limit only applies to USCCA and Right to Bear.

Transparent List of Non-Exclusions

AOR covers members in situations where others would deny coverage, including cases involving: Criminal acts, Use of illegal weapons, Gun-free zones, Impaired judgment by drugs or alcohol, Negligent Discharge, Domestic Violence, Invalid or Expired CCW permits, Prohibited possessor status, No weapon or a weapon other than a firearm, Imperfect self-defense

No Criminal Acts Exclusion

CCW Safe does not cover incidents that are the result of a criminal act by the member or illegal activity.

No Disclosure of Your Information to an Insurance Company or Other Entity
Privileged Attorney-Client Emergency Information on File

AOR has a video discussing why this is important. Watch Video (1:42-3:10)

Attorneys Subject to Insurance Reporting, Billing, or Disclosure Guidelines
No Nonprivileged Discoverable Statement Regarding Incident
Required to Send Legal Papers to Non-Law Firm
Negligent Hiring & Training Coverage
Both Lethal & Non-Lethal Force Self-Defense Incidents Covered

CCW Safe defines a “self-defense incident” as “[A]ny incident where force is used pursuant to a reasonable belief that use of deadly force is necessary to protect from imminent danger of death or great bodily harm.”

Legal Representation Continues Regardless of Criminal Conviction
Civil Monetary Damages Available
No Fee Recoupment Provisions
Covers Use of Illegal Weapons

CCW Safe requires accurate enrollment information regarding “eligibility to legally possess a firearm,” and misrepresentations on that issue may result in termination or forfeiture.

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Covers Invalid/Expired CCW Permit

Right to Bear’s FAQ states “Protection applies when your actions are lawful under state and local law.” In jurisdictions that require a carry license, an expired or absent permit means the carry was not lawful under state law. Right to Bear does not publish an exception for expired or absent permits.

Covers Domestic Violence

In some circumstances, coverage may be excluded per Right to Bear’s 18 U.S.C. § 922 exclusion.

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Covers Negligent Discharge During Self-Defense Incident

AOR covers a negligent discharge during the act of self-defense.

Covers Impaired Judgment by Drugs or Alcohol

Right to Bear’s FAQ states “Protection applies when your actions are lawful under state and local law.” Right to Bear does not promise coverage while impaired. Drug use can be excluded through 18 U.S.C. § 922(g)(3). Alcohol impairment is excluded if state law prohibits firearm possession while intoxicated.

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Covers Extreme Risk Protection Orders (Red Flag Laws)

AOR provides up to $15,000 for Red Flag/Emergency Order Coverage.

Compensated On-Duty Security & LEO Coverage

USCCA - Covers volunteers only

CCW Safe - Covers volunteers only

This coverage is only available with the purchase of Right to Bear’s Law Enforcement, Security, & Military Membership Plan.

Covers Psychological Counseling

AOR Psychological Counseling Coverage: Up to 10 mental health counseling sessions (up to $1,500)

Bail Bond Coverage

AOR Bail Bond Coverage: $50,000 towards a secure bail bond on a posted bond value of up to $500,000 OR $50,000 towards a cash-only bail bond.

Covers Reimbursement Of Firearm (If Confiscated)

AOR Replacement Cost of Firearm Coverage: $1,000 towards firearm replacement (if confiscated)

Covers All Additional Court Costs & Defense-Related Expenses

Polygraph examinations, DNA examinations and other scientific tests, court costs and all official fees, court reporters, fees related to discovery and departmental reports, medical records, transcripts, process servers, messenger services, appraisers, escrow agents, accountants, electronic research, photocopies, and postage and any other expenses which in the judgment of the attorney are necessary to your representation.

Scene Cleanup Coverage

AOR Scene Cleanup Coverage: $4,000 towards scene clean-up

Requirement to Authorize Insurance Company to Obtain Records & Other Case Information

Firearms Legal Protection requires members to fully cooperate with the insurance company.

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Requirement to Cooperate With Insurance Company’s Investigation of the Case
Insurance Company Has the Sole Discretion to Settle Any Civil Case
You should review each provider's current insurance policy documents and other official materials before making any decision. Full Disclaimer

All third-party trademarks, names, logos, and brands are the property of their respective owners and are used for identification and comparison purposes only. Their inclusion does not imply any affiliation with, endorsement by, sponsorship by, or approval from any third party.

This comparison is provided for general informational and comparative purposes only and does not constitute legal, insurance, financial, or other professional advice. The comparison is based on publicly available insurance policy documents reviewed as of the date listed below.

Competitor programs may change at any time. Policy language may be subject to differing interpretations. Although AOR uses reasonable efforts to review and summarize publicly available insurance policy documents, AOR does not represent or warrant that every comparison, characterization, or summary is complete, current, applicable to every user or jurisdiction, or free from error. This chart is not intended to reproduce or provide a complete analysis of any provider’s insurance policy documents or program.

You should review each provider’s current insurance policy documents and other official materials before making any decision. If you represent a company identified in this comparison and believe any information is inaccurate, incomplete, or outdated, please contact us at Review@AttorneysForFreedom.com and identify the specific information you believe should be corrected or updated. We will review the information provided and make any appropriate updates where warranted.

Last reviewed: September 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Questions People Ask Before Joining

What is The AOR Program and how does it work?

The Attorneys On Retainer Program (“AOR”) consists of two separate legal contracts: a legal services agreement with The Attorneys For Freedom Law Firm, and a contract to become an affiliate of The Attorneys On Retainer Association. As a result of the first contract, the AOR member becomes a client of The Attorneys For Freedom Law Firm (“AFF”), so attorney-client privilege attaches immediately. The firm administers a 24/7/365 emergency hotline for AOR members to call in the event of a self-defense-related matter, and stands ready to defend any AFF client charged with a crime resulting from a self-defense-related matter in any state.

What is AOR's criteria for coverage?

  1. You are charged, or reasonably concerned about being charged, with either a felony or misdemeanor crime;
  2. You reasonably and in good faith assert you acted in self-defense or defense of a 3rd party as a defense to the charge; and
  3. The incident occurred after you joined AOR.

What are common situations that we cover, but our competitors exclude?

AOR is unwilling to entertain the exclusions that often appear with traditional commercial insurers and membership programs, such as criminal acts, sensitive places, domestic violence, alcohol and drugs, illegal weapons, prohibited possessors, negligent discharge, or lack of a CCW permit. And no recoupment clause, either.

Do I need a valid CCW in a state with constitutional carry to obtain the AOR membership?

No. That is the beauty of being established by a law firm and not a third-party insurance company. No matter the status of your CCW license, AOR will still represent you — even if your self-defense matter occurred while you did not possess a valid or possessed an invalid CCW permit.

Does AOR cover me in all 50 states?

Yes. Our attorneys can appear via the pro hac vice rules in any state. Although The Attorneys For Freedom attorneys are admitted to practice law only in Arizona, we can get admitted to practice law in your state through the operation of the pro hac vice rules.

Does AOR offer veteran/military discounts?

Yes. We offer $25 off the one-time signup fee. (This discount CANNOT be stacked with the Family Plan or other promo codes.)

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Coverage You Won’t Find Elsewhere

We’ll Cover Your Self-Defense Case, Even If…

  • You are charged or convicted of a criminal act.
  • You were impaired by any drugs or alcohol.
  • You take a plea deal.
  • The incident is deemed a domestic dispute.
  • You used an illegal weapon.
  • Invalid or no possession of a concealed weapons permit.
  • The incident occurred in a gun-free zone.
  • Negligent or accidental discharge during self-defense.
  • You are a prohibited possessor.
  • The incident appeared to be a “bad” or “questionable” shoot.

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Freedom Isn’t Insured. It’s Defended.

Your Attorneys.
Not a Coverage Committee.

A real self-defense law firm behind you 24/7, available in every state, from the moment you need us.

There is a one-time nonrefundable set-up fee of $100.00. Monthly recurring payments will commence immediately after the Agreement’s Effective Date. Annual recurring payments are due immediately. Members can cancel at any time. Monthly payments are nonrefundable. Annual payments are subject to a prorated refund if canceled within the year. The AOR Association ​complies with all state sales tax laws and sales tax will be applied where applicable. Representation in any legal matter is subject to the Rules of Professional Conduct, including the clearing of conflicts. Attorneys are ethically prohibited from representing clients in frivolous legal matters.

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