ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — A Florida judge on Friday denied a “stand your ground” defence for a retired Florida police officer who fatally shot a man in a movie theatre over texting, which means the 74-year-old could stand trial on second-degree murder charges. During a two-week hearing to determine whether Reeves would have to stand trial, Reeves testified he shot Oulson after he was either punched or hit in the face with a cellphone. Reeves also is charged with aggravated battery because the shot hit Oulson’s wife in the finger. Grimaldi said they’re prepared for a long delay because of the appeal the “stand your ground” ruling. I really feel this was a bastardization of the ‘stand your ground’ law.

Source: National Post March 10, 2017 18:45 UTC