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Bookmark or Share- Unstable ground: The fine line between self-defense and murderIf an intruder has been subdued, is shooting him or her justified? Can a person chase someone down and then claim self-defense? Are Stand Your Ground laws necessary or were existing laws enough?
- In two recent cases, homeowners have been charged with shooting ... - CNNWhereas “stand your ground” says that even when a person is outside of their home, they can stay where they are without retreating, even if they can avoid the danger by retreating, according ...
- Stand Your Ground laws - CNNIn a “stand your ground” state, someone facing an imminent threat can use lethal force right away if they are threatened with death or serious injury – without first trying to escape.
- ‘Stand your ground’ laws: Everything you need to know - CNNWhat is a ‘stand your ground’ law? Generally, “stand your ground” laws allow people to respond to threats or force without fear of criminal prosecution.
- ‘Stand your ground’ laws linked to increased homicide rates ... - CNNIn a “stand your ground” state, someone facing an imminent threat can use lethal force right away if they are threatened with death or serious injury – without first trying to escape.
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