Shoot First, Cry Later

James Heimer
Orlando Weekly | June 14, 2012
The first of its kind, Florida's shoot first, judge later legislation came to life (or death) in 2005, assuring all responsible owners of guns that they could shoot first and ask questions later without fear of legal reprisal. Now similar laws prevail in 24 states.

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