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Originally Posted by davidmash
As I understand the typical law is that the victor (in this case zimmerman) would had to prove he did all possible to avoid the confrontation and resorted to self defense as a last resort. I believe it is assume that the "victim" would have tried to flee because jot many people want to get their as kicked or murdered.
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Suppose someone attacks you. Do want to have to prove-beyond a reasonable doubt--that you tried to flee? That sounds like a presumption of guilt.
I understand the right to self defense is common law. Will that stand the modern courts?
I also see how SYG can lead to aggressive behavior.
Maybe we repeal SYG and go back to the common law standard that you have the right to defend yourself.