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What would changes to 'Stand Your Ground' law mean in Florida?

A change to Florida's "stand your ground" law is headed to Gov. Rick Scott's desk. If he signs the bill into law, the burden of proof in these cases would be on the prosecution, rather than the defendant. Gary Lesser, chair of the Florida bar, discusses the changes.
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A change to Florida's "stand your ground" law is headed to Gov. Rick Scott's desk. 

If he signs the bill into law, the burden of proof in these cases would be on the prosecution, rather than the defendant.

Gary Lesser, chair of the Florida bar, discusses the changes.

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