Florida Justifiable Use of Force Statute

Summary

Florida law allows individuals to use deadly force if they reasonably believe it's necessary to prevent death or great bodily harm, without a legal duty to retreat from any place they have a right to be.

Rights & Rules

01.
Right to stand your ground and use force without retreating first.
02.
Right to use deadly force to prevent a forcible felony.
03.
Immunity from civil and criminal liability if force is justified under this statute.

Penalties

01.
Criminal prosecution for murder or manslaughter if the use of force is found unjustified.
02.
Civil liability for damages if immunity is not granted by the court.

Verified Citations

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