What are the rules for calling shotgun?
We haven’t felt this much pressure to get an answer right since our expos on toilet seat covers. We imagine the word “shotgun” is screamed millions of times a day, so a lot is riding on our explanation. Lucky for us, several sites go into detail on who’s allowed to call what and when. Our first stop was at The Official Shotgun Rules, a page used to promote a book (really) of the same name. The site covers just about every possible contingency, including multiple calls, re-entry, and the always controversial line-of-sight rule. It’s kind of scary, but darned if it doesn’t get the job done. Another site, equally thorough, is The Shotgun Guide. We actually prefer this one, as it breaks the rules into sections. Topics include general regulations, special cases, and for Darwinists, “survival of the fittest rules.” Whether you’re wondering if s
