MEMPHIS, Tenn. — In July, a new Tennessee law will allow a person to use deadly force if they’re defending their property.
Attorney Andre C. Wharton says this new law will be much different from the current legislation, which states you can only use self-defense or deadly force in situations where you reasonably believe your life or someone else’s is in danger.
Soon, there will be a new law that essentially changes what it means to stand your ground in the state of Tennessee…