Americas

From Trayvon Martin to Kyle Rittenhouse: A Deep Dive into America’s Controversial Self-Defense Cases

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The United States has long grappled with the complexities surrounding self-defense laws, particularly in high-profile cases that spotlight issues of race, gun control, and social justice. Two cases that have sparked intense national debates are those of Trayvon Martin and Kyle Rittenhouse. Both incidents occurred under vastly different circumstances, yet they illuminate the contentious nature … Read more

Stand Your Ground: How Self-Defense Laws Shape America’s Legal Landscape

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Stand Your Ground: How Self-Defense Laws Shape America’s Legal Landscape In recent decades, self-defense laws, particularly "Stand Your Ground" (SYG) laws, have increasingly come to the forefront of public discourse and legal analysis in the United States. These laws relate to the circumstances under which individuals may use force, including deadly force, to defend themselves … Read more