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What a Justified Shooting Means: Legal Standards, Aftermath, and Public Understanding

A justified shooting is an incident in which law enforcement or a civilian defender uses deadly force in a manner lawful under applicable statutes, policies, and case law. Justi...

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Hot felon now: meaning, context, and responsible reporting

'Hot felon now' is not a formal legal term. It is a phrase sometimes used online and in media to describe a person recently convicted or sentenced for a felony who receives sign...

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