Law of Defense of Others: Defense of Family v. Strangers v Active Shootings

Generally speaking, we're allowed to defend other people largely to the same extent we are allowed to defend ourselves (or they would be allowed to defend themselves).That said, there are some subtle but IMPORTANT distinctions in how this straightforward defense of others law is applied when acting in defense of family & friends versus in defense of strangers versus defense of innocents in an active shooter scenario.  Do you know these differences?  If not, SHOULDN'T you?NEW! Law of Self Defense LAW SCHOOL COURSES!First-year law school classes, as Attorney Branca was taught them.First 20 students 50% OFF! MAX 40 students!https://lawofselfdefense.com/lawschoolFREE! Law of Self Defense “HARD TO CONVICT” Webinar!https://hardtoconvict.com/FREE, BUT VERY LIMITED SEATS!FREE LEGAL CONSULTATION!We ONLY consult on legal cases for our Platinum members!BE HARD TO CONVICT, become a Law of Self Defense Platinum member TODAY!http://lawofselfdefense.com/platinumFREE BOOK! “The Law of Self Defense”Physical book, 200+ pages, we just ask that you cover the S&H:http://lawofselfdefense.com/freebookPROUDLY SPONSORED BY CCW SAFE!Provider of Legal Service Memberships (aka “self-defense insurance”)Andrew is personally a member of CCW Safe!Learn more about what they have to offer at:https://lawofselfdefense.com/ccwsafeSave 10% off your first-year membership with code: LOSD10FREE 5-ELEMENTS OF SELF-DEFENSE LAW CHEAT SHEET!Totally free cheat sheet explaining the 5-elements of any claim of self-defense.If you don’t understand these five elements you have no idea what legally qualifies as lawful self-defense.PDF download, zero cost:http://lawofselfdefense.com/elementsNOTE: Nothing in today’s content represents legal advice. If you are in need of legal advice, please retain competent legal counsel in the relevant jurisdiction.#ElijshaDicken #Elijsha #activeshooter #massshooter #Greenwood #Indiana #defenseofothers

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