Legal Question in Criminal Law in Florida
If a person enters my unlocked home without permission or invitation, what actions may I legally take (am I within my rights to hit them with a baseball bat for instance)?
Asked on 6/26/10, 10:38 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Craig Epifanio
Craig Epifanio, P.A.
You have every right to stand your ground and protect yourself with a bat or even deadly force. Of course, investigations by the police will take all factors into consideration but you are within your rights.
Answered on 6/27/10, 5:11 pm
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