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We don't have a 'brandishing' law in our state. But a similar argument can be said about many jurisdictions 'discharging in city limits' laws.
If the law is poorly written you may be charged and found guilty of unlawful discharge even when you are firing in self defense.
In reading the story you attached - what a travesty!
I can first off fault the guys' lawyer for not going to jury trial - you should never argue self-defense or fear of assault in front of only an 'annointed' one. Get a jury of your peers. People who have also been followed late at night on a dark street. Heck, add to that- don't go to felony trial in front of a judge only - there's no plus side., you might as well plead guilty and fall on the mercy of the court.
Jan 5, 2010, 9:10:35 PM
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