Currently, in order to claim self-defense, the accused still must provide evidence that the actions were reasonable, given the violence or threat of violence faced, but the idea of reasonableness ...

The woman and Blevins were arguing when one of the men pulled out a knife and threatened to “slit” Blevins’ throat — the ...

Columbus has had at least two shootings this fall in which men have argued they were defending family or their property.

If a person is defending their home, they are presumed to have a valid self-defense claim, Simmons said, because someone entering your home while you are inside can be presumed to be a threat.