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Stand your ground laws are in effect in about 28 U.S. states and generally remove the duty to retreat before using lawful force in self-defense. They can also provide pretrial immunity from arrest or prosecution when statutory conditions are met, but limits apply (e.g., provocation or unlawful activity). This article explains the legal rules, real-world […]
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Self-defense legally justifies the use of force only when you reasonably believe it’s immediately necessary to prevent unlawful harm, and the force used is proportionate. Standards vary by state—especially on duty to retreat, stand-your-ground rules, and defense of others or property—so the same facts can lead to different outcomes. This article explains the core legal
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