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In reply to the discussion: Murder in the first, murder in the second, and manslaughter. [View all]CenPhx
(2 posts)34. Ok, you've cited the statute for where the shooter is the initial aggressor...
Here is the SYG statute I am looking at:
776.012 Use of force in defense of person.A person is justified in using force, except deadly force, against another when and to the extent that the person reasonably believes that such conduct is necessary to defend himself or herself or another against the others imminent use of unlawful force. However, a person is justified in the use of deadly force and does not have a duty to retreat if:
(1) He or she reasonably believes that such force is necessary to prevent imminent death or great bodily harm to himself or herself or another or to prevent the imminent commission of a forcible felony; or
(2) Under those circumstances permitted pursuant to s. 776.013.
The stand your ground statute only applies if you are NOT the initial aggressor? Is that the distinction you are making and why you are citing to the other statute and not the stand your ground statute?
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I read that he can't be charged with murder in Florida, because only a grand jury can do that.
pnwmom
Apr 2012
#2
Yes, if he was found guilty of manslaughter and sentenced to real prison time, I would be relieved.
pnwmom
Apr 2012
#16
Good! I've heard some pretty jaw-dropping stories of people getting off because of that law --
gateley
Apr 2012
#10
I didn't realize killing had such a limited punishment, a likely 10 to 15 years is all for
Dragonfli
Apr 2012
#19
Thank-you. My first reaction was to ask that question and here you answered it.
robinlynne
Apr 2012
#39
manslaughter still ruins your life. Ask any of the EMT or emergency vehicle drivers
pasto76
Apr 2012
#41