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Exploring Use of Lethal Force and Other Issues
Get the basics down! This legal primer explores the fundamentals of self-defense law. Delve into critical self-defense concepts, different scenarios where use of force might be considered reasonable, and recent case law developments. Don't miss this unique opportunity to enhance your knowledge - register today!
- Get up to speed on key cases.
- Analyze common issues related to use of deadly force.
- Examine best practices for advising a client following a self-defense incident.
Abbreviated Agenda
- Key Self-Defense Laws to Know: Castle Doctrine, Stand Your Ground, and Duty to Retreat
- Defense of Property and Defense of Others
- Issues With Use of Lethal Force in Self-Defense, Citizen's Arrest, etc.
- Reasonableness and the Perception of Threat - Key Challenges
- Advising Clients Following an Incident: Legal Best Practices
- Firearms Law - Current Developments
- Relevant Case Law
Credit Details
Credits Available
| Credit | Status | Total | Until |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska CLE |
|
1 Total | 10-08-2026 |
| Arkansas CLE |
|
1 Total | 06-30-2026 |
| Arizona CLE |
|
1 Total | 10-08-2026 |
| California CLE |
|
1 Total | 10-08-2026 |
| Colorado CLE |
|
1 Total | 12-31-2026 |
| Connecticut CLE |
|
1 Total | 10-08-2026 |
| Delaware CLE |
|
1 Total | 10-08-2026 |
| Hawaii CLE |
|
1 Total | 10-08-2026 |
| Idaho CLE |
|
1 Total | 10-08-2029 |
| Illinois CLE |
|
1 Total | 10-07-2026 |
| Maine CLE |
|
1 Total | 10-07-2026 |
| Minnesota CLE |
|
1 Total | 10-08-2026 |
| Missouri CLE |
|
1.2 Total | 10-08-2026 |
| Northern Mariana Islands CLE |
|
1 Total | 10-08-2026 |
| Montana CLE |
|
1 Total | 10-08-2027 |
| North Dakota CLE |
|
1 Total | |
| Nebraska CLE |
|
1 Total | 10-08-2026 |
| New Hampshire CLE |
|
1 Total | 10-08-2027 |
| New Mexico CLE |
|
1 Total | 10-08-2026 |
| Nevada CLE |
|
1 Total | 10-08-2027 |
| New York CLE |
|
1 Total | 10-08-2027 |
| Oklahoma CLE |
|
1 Total | 10-08-2026 |
| Oregon CLE |
|
1 Total | |
| Pennsylvania CLE |
|
1 Total | 10-08-2026 |
| Rhode Island CLE |
|
1 Total | |
| Tennessee CLE |
|
1 Total | 10-08-2026 |
| Vermont CLE |
|
1 Total | 10-08-2026 |
| Washington CLE |
|
1 Total | 10-07-2029 |
| West Virginia CLE |
|
1.2 Total | 10-08-2026 |
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CLE
Agenda
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Intro to Self-Defense Law
- Key Self-Defense Laws to Know: Castle Doctrine, Stand Your Ground, and Duty to Retreat
- Defense of Property and Defense of Others
- Issues With Use of Lethal Force in Self-Defense, Citizen's Arrest, etc.
- Reasonableness and the Perception of Threat - Key Challenges
- Advising Clients Following an Incident: Legal Best Practices
- Firearms Law - Current Developments
- Relevant Case Law
Who Should Attend
This program is designed for attorneys. Law enforcement officers and paralegals may also benefit.
Speakers
Speaker bio
Cynthia E. Everson
is an attorney at Everson Law Firm PLLC, where she provides private representation for federal and state criminal and civil matters, with an emphasis on indigent representation. Ms. Everson has defended people accused of gun crimes in both state and federal court, and has litigated issues related to the right to possess and carry firearms, as well as property issues related to retrieving firearms that were seized by law enforcement. She is an adjunct writing instructor at Rowan Cabarrus Community College in Concord, North Carolina, and has been teaching there for two years. Ms. Everson earned her B.A. degree from Gardner Webb University, her M.A. degree from the University of North Carolina-Charlotte, and her J.D. degree, magna cum laude, from the Charlotte School of Law.
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