Stand Your Ground Defense

Summary

In Missouri, Stand Your Ground laws apply within a residence, vehicle, or legally occupied private property. Warning shots are generally not considered legal self-defense. Past criminal history of a witness can affect their credibility. Discuss your case specifics with your public defender to prepare your defense. Restraining orders can be granted based on documented abuse or threats, relationship to the respondent, and fear for personal safety.

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I have been Set up on AMC charges for Trying to Protect myself on my own property and then I made a deal with them and they reneged on it by writing it up wrong so I took my deal back and now I’m having to go on trial February *. It’s all a big set up and they want to give me 30 years on a stand your ground charge.
Hello Judy, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Could you please tell me which state you're in? The laws regarding self-defense and "Stand Your Ground" laws can vary greatly by location.
The prosecutor is a criminal corrupt and drug dealer and it goes on and on and on
Hello Judy, I'm sorry to hear you're in such a difficult situation. To provide you with the most accurate information, could you please tell me which state you're located in?
My first lawyer took my $*,* and they threaten him and he run for the rabbit hole. Refuses to give me my money back and now I’ve got a public defender that I thought I trusted but I’m not too sure right now
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, Judy. In order to give you the best advice, could you please tell me which state you're currently located in?
This is out of Texas County just in case you’re wondering, so tell you anything
Thank you for providing the location, Judy. In Texas, Stand Your Ground law generally allows you to defend yourself without the duty to retreat first. However, each case is unique and the court's decision will be based on the circumstances of your case. You may want to consult a legal professional for personalized advice.
And not everybody gets charged just depends on who you are and my ex-husband is the one that said all this up he is a felon been in the prison for stealing and driving with DWIs and you name it and he’s there snitch now
I'm sorry to hear you're going through this, Judy. It's important to note that in Texas:
- Past felonies of a witness can potentially affect their credibility.
- The prosecution has a duty to disclose any deals made with witnesses.
It's crucial to discuss these points with your public defender.
I don’t have any felonies
That's good to hear, Judy. In Texas, if you're charged with a crime but have no prior felonies, it can potentially influence your case in a positive way. Make sure you discuss this with your public defender.
It’s Texas County, Houston, Missouri
I apologize for the confusion, Judy. The laws in Missouri are different from Texas. In Missouri:
- Stand Your Ground law applies only within the residence, vehicle, or other private property legally occupied.
- The law doesn't apply when the person is engaged in illegal activity.
- Past criminal history of a witness could affect their credibility.
Discuss these points with your public defender.
I Know and I Do know ALL About the stand your ground and castle law in Missouri
That's great, Judy. Keep working closely with your public defender as they will be best equipped to assist you with your case. Don't hesitate to discuss any concerns or questions you have with them.
I Never even pointed the gun at him. I just shot a warning shot in the ground and he looked at me in the eyes and said now you’re going to jail and he was right he called law and they arrested me. He was never arrested for even trespassing, this was in the city limits, and the city never even file charges.
I'm sorry for your situation, Judy. In Missouri, firing warning shots is generally not considered a legal self-defense action. However, each case is unique. Discuss the specifics with your public defender to understand how this could affect your case.
He is the one that was coming at me threatening me and telling me he did not have to get off my property and he become too close and I knew it was either fighting or at least give him a warning shot in the ground or just what I did, that’s all I did
I understand your situation, Judy. In Missouri, self-defense laws allow for reasonable force when you fear for your safety. However, the interpretation of "reasonable" can vary. Discuss your case's specifics with your public defender to prepare your defense.
That’s the Problem with This Corrupt county, and Houston Missouri it doesn’t matter. It depends on who you are who you Cantu and if they’re going to charge you or not and I’ve been one to be picked on because of the snitch that I have divorced they have refused to give me a restraining order against him multiple times.
I'm sorry to hear about your difficulties, Judy. In Missouri, a restraining order can be granted based on several factors, including:
- Documented instances of abuse or threats
- Relationship to the respondent
- Fear for personal safety
Speak with your public defender about the process and requirements for obtaining a restraining order in your county.
I thought I was talking to a investigator but obviously you’re not. Is that the case here
No, Judy, I'm not an investigator. I'm a representative of FreeLawChat, here to provide general legal information. I'm here to assist you to the best of my ability. Please continue to consult with your public defender for personalized legal advice.