Videos tagged with Tennessee SB 1847

This video provides an expert-level analysis of Tennessee's new SB 1847, comparing it to Texas's property defense laws. It details when deadly force may be justified for property protection in Tennessee, emphasizing the 'reasonable belief' standard and potential issues with the 'facing away' exclusion. The discussion contrasts this with Texas law, highlighting differences in how juries evaluate reasonableness for property crimes versus person crimes, and the explicit allowance for shooting fleeing suspects in the back in Texas.

This video breaks down new legislation in Tennessee (HB 1802, SB 1847) that expands the legal use of deadly force for property defense. It details the four primary scenarios where deadly force may be justified, emphasizing the 'reasonable belief' and 'immediacy' standards. The analysis contrasts supporter arguments, which link property to livelihood and safety, with opponent concerns about escalating violence and vigilantism, ultimately framing the issue as a fundamental right to defend one's own.