Independent task force wants major changes to Stand Your Ground law
The Miami Herald Monday 30th April, 2012
State Sen. Chris Smith says the Stand-Your-Ground law has been used as cover by perpetrators of crimes and by law-abiding citizens. He wants it overhauled but not repealed.
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