We have the God-given right to defend our lives, loved ones and property.

"The right of citizens to bear arms in defense of themselves
 and the state shall not be questioned."

Ratified on September 2, 1790, Article 1, Section 21 of the Pennsylvania Constitution secured the Commonwealth’s legacy as the first state to adopt explicit language in our Constitution, affirming that private citizens have a right to bear arms.

The Castle Doctrine (Act 2 of 2011), reaffirmed our right to bear arms by allowing law-abiding citizens to use force, including deadly force, in self defense and the defense of others. To learn more about the Castle Doctrine, please click here to view and print a brochure about “Knowing Your Rights.” 

Representative Metcalfe addresses Second Amendment advocates at the Annual Pennsylvania Right to Keep and Bear Arms Rally
Representative Metcalfe, Governor Tom Corbett and Representative Scott Perry (prime sponsor of the Castle Doctrine) at the bill signing making Castle Doctrine law in Pennsylvania.