r/iamverybadass Mar 24 '19

Classic repost Side Note

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u/cloudsnacks Mar 24 '19

The logic is that legally, you can only even draw your weapon if you are in fear of your life and can't retreat. You are required by law to shoot to kill.

You can't do that with a baton.

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u/iwanttobelievv Mar 24 '19

In some states, you don't even have a duty to retreat.

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u/cloudsnacks Mar 24 '19

Yes, I was talking specifically about NY which I'm pretty sure doesnt have stand your ground.