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Self-Defense LawTexas, USA

Texas Deadly Force in Defense of Person

Summary

Authorizes the use of deadly force to protect oneself against another's use or attempted use of unlawful deadly force or to prevent certain violent crimes.

Rights & Rules

  • 01.
    Right to use deadly force to prevent kidnapping, murder, sexual assault, or robbery.
  • 02.
    Presumption of reasonableness if the intruder is entering your occupied home, vehicle, or place of work.
  • 03.
    No requirement to retreat if you have a legal right to be at the location.

Penalties

  • 01.
    Criminal charges for homicide if force is found to be excessive.
  • 02.
    Potential civil lawsuits if the presumption of reasonableness is rebutted.

Verified Citations

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