Essay Topic

Discuss self-defense as a defense to crime.  Discuss the laws behind self-defense, and the objective circumstances that justify self-defense.  Specifically discuss Castle Doctrine and Stand Your Ground laws.  Use real-world examples to show how self-defense works in person’s protecting themselves and others.  At least four (4) professional and academic references should be used.

Essay Instructions:

Review the grading rubric for this assignment so that you understand how the assignment will be graded.

Papers should be 1000 to 1200 words written (not including references in this count)

Papers should be double spaced

Papers should follow MLA paper guidelines. If you are uncertain about MLA, there are numerous guidelines on-line that will provide assistance.  If you are still uncertain, contact the instructor for assistance.

Papers should have a minimum of four academic and peer-reviewed references

List all references within the paper per MLA guidelines and on the separate references page of the paper.