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Nosathro -> RE: Innocent bystander killed in SYG case (10/14/2013 11:41:24 PM)
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ORIGINAL: Maestro702
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ORIGINAL: Nosathro
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ORIGINAL: BamaD
killing boys because of loud music
Once again you have selective memory SYG was denied in that case so it did not allow what you want it to.
If you are referring to the Micheal Dunn case in Florida that is still pending. The Rodriguez case in Texas, he was found guilty, he did use the Stand Your Ground Law.
(almost) Every defendant is going to present a defense of some sort. If they attempt to use SYG, they ADMIT the Killing. IF in a simplified cheaper quicker process they are found to have acted in self defense, justice is served the innocent walk and the state saves time, money and resources. If they fail to get immunity from SYG, they have admitted the killing, making the following trial, much faster and cheaper. Rodriguez used SYG to admit to an unlawful killing, and is in prision.
Why would that upset you?
I can you have little understanding of the legal system. First of all even if not given immunity a trial is held, just as in the Rodriguez case who did at the time of trial used the SYG. Also Prosecution still must prove it case. What happened at the SYG hearing is not in most admissible. Further does it save time and money, the SYG is a pretrial hearing and what ever the judges' ruling can be appealed by either side which in the case is so.
As to the Castle Doctrine and the SYG they are connected. The Castle Doctrine applies to the home defense. The SYG is an extension of this Doctrine that states the person can defended themselves outside their home.
Also there is not evidence that Niles knew the girl or had any connection with them. But since Niles is black, I am sure many think he was guilty of something.
And in the Scotts case the SYG was used, so it is very relevant.
Nothing wrong with Think Progress it has a very good reputation.
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