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Texas Castle Doctrine and Use of Deadly Force
Summary
Texas law presumes a person's use of force is reasonable if someone is unlawfully and with force entering or attempting to enter the person's occupied habitation, vehicle, or place of business.
Rights & Rules
- 01.You can use force to protect your home, vehicle, or workplace.
- 02.The law assumes you acted reasonably if someone breaks into your occupied home.
- 03.You generally have no duty to retreat from your own home or vehicle.
Penalties
- 01.Unjustified use of deadly force can result in First Degree Felony murder charges.
- 02.Aggravated assault charges if the force used was excessive compared to the threat.
- 03.Civil lawsuits if the presumption of reasonableness is successfully rebutted.
Verified Citations
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