DA: Deadly Force Still Requires Imminent Life Threat
District Attorney Bryant Dunaway said it will be important residents understand the legal requirements for the use of deadly force as a new law takes effect July 1. Public Chapter 1100 addresses the use of force to protect real or personal property. Dunaway said he issued a formal clarification because several media reports have inaccurately […]
Fentress DA Said New Legislation Clarifies Deadly Force
Governor Bill Lee signed new legislation that clarifies the standards for using deadly force to protect property in Tennessee while maintaining requirements for imminent danger. Fentress County District Attorney Jared Effler said the Attorneys General Conference initially opposed the legislation before moving to a neutral position. Effler said the new law that takes effect on […]
