Politics & Government

Stand Your Ground: Dig It or Ditch It?

As protesters call for a special legislative session in the wake of George Zimmerman's trial, we'd like to get your take on Florida's self-defense laws, Westchase!

Should Florida residents be able to use deadly force if they believe their lives are in jeopardy?

That’s a question being asked in communities throughout the state as protesters converge on Tallahassee demanding that Gov. Rick Scott call a special legislative session to address the topic.

The protests come in the wake of the not-guilty verdict in the second-degree murder trial of George Zimmerman. Even though Zimmerman’s lawyers didn’t use Florida’s Stand Your Ground law to build their defense, protesters say it’s time to take a closer look at the legislation that allows the use of deadly force when a person fears for life, according to TBO.com.

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While Scott says protesters shouldn’t hold their breath for a special session, we’d like to get your take on the issue, Westchase!

Do you think Florida should stand its ground on Stand Your Ground? Or, is it time to ditch the law? Tell us by commenting below!

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