What is the Castle Doctrine? The Castle Doctrine is a
controversial self-defense provision that allows for the use of
force, including deadly force, within one’s home. Each state has
its own laws regarding if, and to what extent, a homicide is
justified when it occurs in one’s own home. Castle Doctrine
Explained Based on the English Common Law provision that one’s
home is one’s “castle”, the Castle Doctrine is a popular yet
controversial law that allows for a person whose home is under
attack to use force upon the attacker. As each state has its own
Castle laws (just like the 3 strike law), there are a number of
limitations and exclusions to the law. Generally speaking,
though, the occupant: - must believe that the intruder intends
to do serious harm - must believe that the intruder intends to
commit a felony - must not have provoked the intruder or threat
of harm - may be protecting himself or any other within the
residence - may need to announce his presence and intention to
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