Nov 18, 2025 · The incident is renewing questions about so-called stand-your-ground laws that can empower individuals to defend themselves, even with deadly force, if they feel threatened or in danger.

Apr 18, 2023 · Not all states have “stand your ground” laws and those that do, word – and even enforce – them differently.

Jul 29, 2018 · What is a ‘stand your ground’ law? Generally, “stand your ground” laws allow people to respond to threats or force without fear of criminal prosecution.

Oct 26, 2021 · In 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.

Dec 31, 2024 · The case had drawn attention due to the circumstances of the shooting and the subsequent invocation of Florida’s controversial “Stand Your Ground” law.

Nov 17, 2025 · An Indiana homeowner accused of killing a house cleaner was charged Monday with voluntary manslaughter in a case that raises questions about the limits of stand-your-ground laws.

Apr 30, 2012 · The Trayvon Martin case brought the “Stand Your Ground” law into everyday vernacular, but what’s it really all about?

Feb 18, 2020 · In trial, Dunn used the controversial Stand Your Ground Law for his defense, which says a person does not have to retreat before responding to a threat with force.

Feb 24, 2022 · In 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.

Aug 24, 2019 · Drejka faces up to 30 years in prison. Drejka, who didn’t take the witness stand, tried unsuccessfully to use Florida’s “stand your ground’ law as a defense for justifiable homicide.