Meet Charles Milligan
Charles Milligan, Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, is the owner and sole proprietor of Carry with Confidence DMV, a firearms training company dedicated to providing comprehensive, professional instruction to responsible citizens throughout the Maryland, Washington DC, and Virginia region.
With over 40 years of experience working on our Nation's toughest National Security Challenges, combined with extensive firearms training certifications, Charles brings a wealth of knowledge and a commitment to excellence to every training session. His approach emphasizes safety, legal understanding, and practical skill development, ensuring students leave with both confidence and competence.
Instructor Qualifications & Certifications
NRA Certifications
- NRA Basic Pistol Instructor
- NRA Defensive Pistol Instructor
- NRA CCW Instructor
- NRA Basic Rifle Instructor
- NRA Protection Inside The Home Instructor
- NRA Protection Outside The Home Instructor
- NRA Range Safety Officer
USCCA Certifications
- USCCA Concealed Carry & Home Defense Fundamentals - Certified Instructor
- USCCA Range Safety Officer
State Certifications
- Maryland Qualified Handgun Instructor
- Utah State Certified Concealed Carry Instructor
Additional Training
- Marksmanship Coaching
- Children's Firearms & Safety Fundamentals
- Emergency First Aid Fundamentals
Our Mission
At Carry with Confidence DMV, our mission is to provide high-quality, professional firearms training that empowers responsible citizens with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed for safe firearm ownership and lawful concealed carry.
We believe that education is the foundation of responsible gun ownership. Through comprehensive training programs that cover safety, legal considerations, and practical skills, we help our students become confident, competent, and law-abiding firearm owners.