Ashley Lopez: A new study found that states with so-called “Stand Your Ground” laws have higher homicide rates.
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In States With ‘Stand Your Ground’ Laws, Homicide on the Rise
Published on January 4, 2013.
Published in Blog, Government, Justice, Politics
‘Stand Your Ground’ Review Panel Made Up Largely of Law’s Supporters
Published on April 24, 2012.
Howard Goodman: Gov. Rick Scott’s task force, convening to review Florida’s expansive self-defense law, looks all set to fire blanks.
Published in Blog, Government, Justice
Florida, the ‘Gunshine State’
Published on April 3, 2012.
Howard Goodman: The Travyon Martin case is bringing unusual attention to Florida’s freewheeling gun culture.
In Florida, 130 Self-Defense Claims Like George Zimmerman’s
Published on March 29, 2012.
Howard Goodman: Stand Your Ground has been invoked following bar fights, gang shootings and road-road incidents.
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NRA’s Behind-the-Scenes Campaign Encouraged ‘Stand Your Ground’ Adoption
Published on March 23, 2012.
Howard Goodman: As soon as the bill was signed into law in Florida, the NRA’s executive vice president said the pro-gun organization would use the victory to promote the law everywhere.
Published in Blog, Government, Justice, Politics
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