The Fight or Flight Response: A Look at Stand Your Ground

Authors

Andrea Headley, Florida International University
Mohamad G. Alkadry, Florida International University

Publication Date

Spring 2016

Abstract

In addressing the historical importance—or lack thereof—of the Stand Your Ground law, this article discusses the evolution of self-defense laws. Specific landmark cases are discussed as they relate to establishing the foundation of self-defense. The article also examines various issues that have been inherent within the Stand Your Ground debate. Statistical analysis of Stand Your Ground data from the State of Florida is conducted using binary logistic regression model to test the relationship between case outcomes and a number of other variables involving demographics, and the nature of the confrontation that led to the crime

Recommended Citation

Headley, Andrea and Alkadry, Mohamad G. (2016) "The Fight or Flight Response: A Look at Stand Your Ground," Ralph Bunche Journal of Public Affairs: Vol. 5: Iss. 1, Article 3.
Available at: https://digitalscholarship.tsu.edu/rbjpa/vol5/iss1/3