New York's Castle Doctrine

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New York allows the use of force for self defense when the person has a reasonable belief that they are in immediate danger. Deadly force maybe used when the person believe that; the aggressor is about to kill them. Also when it's to prevent a rape, robbery, kidnapping, or burglary.

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What is Castle Doctrine?

Castle Laws are laws that address the use of force when defending one's self inside their home, or on their property. Some states expand this to vehicles, and the person's place of work. Castle Laws generally include: the places where this law applies, the requirements fro use of deadly force, if there is a duty to retreat, the amount of force that maybe used in defending one's self or others. These vary widely from state to state.

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Other New York firearm laws

• New York Permit to Purchase
• New York Firearm Registration
• New York Owner License
• New York Open Carry
• New York Concealed Carry
• New York State Preemption of Local Restrictions
• New York Magazine Capacity Restriction
• New York Castle Doctrine
• New York Stand Your Ground
• New York Peaceable Journey
• New York Assault Weapon Restrictions
• New York NFA Weapon Restrictions

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