WE do have the constitutional rights to protect our property,homes,
and ourselves. Most major cities here in America is suffering from
cutbacks or layoffs. Which means less Police protection, and more
criminal activities. Don't get me wrong by thinking that I am giving
suggestions to become a Charles Branson, but go to your local law
enforcement agency, and sign up for a personal gun permit (Here
in Michigan...its called a CCW). A permit to Carry Concelled Weapon.

I also encourage you to sign up for the firearm classes to learn how
to fire a gun from close and far range.