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In reply to the discussion: So I am in Florida visiting and Florida recognizes my Ohio CCW permit soI am [View all]Straw Man
(6,956 posts)25. So you haven't in fact read the law.
That's what I thought.
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 ...
(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 ...
-- http://www.flsenate.gov/Laws/Statutes/2011/776.012
There is a substantial difference between "reasonably believes that such force is necessary to prevent imminent death or great bodily harm to himself or herself or another" and "feels threatened." The gray area is "reasonably believes," and the particular circumstances of any shooting will be critically important in determining whether charges will be brought and whether a conviction will result.
But you can go right on believing in the cartoonish bullshit version if it tickles your fancy.
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So I am in Florida visiting and Florida recognizes my Ohio CCW permit soI am [View all]
doc03
Apr 2012
OP
You will be hailed as a Gun Hero in the Gungeon and get offered a gig at FAUX News.
jpak
Apr 2012
#9
Because you've invested in your guns and training. And FL law makes it easy on you.
Hoyt
Apr 2012
#27
I thought you wanted carriers to be trained...? Make up your fucking mind. n/t
PavePusher
Apr 2012
#32