Castle Doctrine – Defending Your Home as a Responsible Gun Owner

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Castle Doctrine – Defending Your Home as a Responsible Gun Owner

By. Attorney Emma K. Wittmann

March 24, 2025

 
Criminal Defense Attorney, Emma K. Wittmann, discusses the Castle Doctrine in her new blog she wrote for Women Gun Owners Association of America.

Castle Doctrine laws allow individuals to use reasonable force, including deadly force, to defend themselves, others, or their property within their home against an intruder, without needing to retreat. While all 50 states have some form of Castle Doctrine, the specifics vary significantly, with some states extending protections to vehicles and workplaces, while others only cover the home.

Click here to read Emma’s article, where she discusses the Castle Doctrine in more detail and provides information about defending your home as a responsible gun owner!

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About the Author Criminal Defense Attorney Emma K. Wittmann

Emma K. Wittmann, a dedicated Criminal Defense Attorney and author on the Attorneys On Retainer blogs, tirelessly defends clients in felony cases with aggression and expertise, ready to advocate for you.

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