Tag: Stand Your Ground Laws

Patrol

No 'Stand Your Ground' Immunity for Former Florida Officer

To be granted the "stand your ground" immunity, defendants must believe they are in imminent danger, be in a place they have the right to be and are not taking part in a criminal act, according to Florida law.

August 28, 2018

Training

Investigating Self-Defense Homicides

Contemporary laws pertaining to self-defense such as "Stand Your Ground" and the "Castle Doctrine" represent significant changes to the civil rights of Americans when it comes to defending themselves and others with deadly force. As a result, we have seen extraordinary changes in our criminal justice system. However, such laws are not without their controversy.

November 7, 2014

Weapons

Georgia Proposes Sweeping 'Guns Everywhere' Law

Pro- and anti-gun forces do not agree on much, but they do agree on the breathtaking sweep of the Georgia legislation allowing guns in bars, schools, restaurants, churches and airports that is now awaiting the signature of Gov. Nathan Deal.

March 24, 2014