Massachusetts Criminal Defense Lawyer Kevin J. Mahoney Reports: Study Finds “Stand Your Ground” Laws Increase Violence and Do Not Deter CrimeI agree wholeheartedly with the intent by the so-called “stand your ground” laws. After all, no man should be legally required to back down from a confrontation initiated by an aggressive male. Not surprisingly, research shows that “stand your ground” laws lead to an increased number of homicides and have a negligible deterrent effect on crime.What is a … [Read more...]