Stand Your Ground Laws

In America, laws exist that protect residents who use deadly force in circumstances of self-defense. But what do ‘Stand Your Ground’ laws look like in practical application? And how do these laws vary state-by-state?

University of California, Berkeley Law Professor John Yoo provides a deep dive into what ‘Stand Your Ground’ laws are, their nuanced nature, and the legal protections Americans have in court.

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