Mike was sitting in his home watching a late-night baseball game when he heard what sounded like someone trying to break into his home. He immediately went to his closet and retrieved his 9mm. Within seconds, two men broke through the door armed with their own guns. Mike quickly shot both men and immediately called law enforcement. When first responders arrived on the scene, both men were pronounced dead. Mike was in shock that he actually was responsible for the death of two men. Within 6 months, Mike was informed that he was being sued by one of the deceased intruder's family members for wrongful death. Mike wondered if his rights would be validated.
The ___________ will protect Mike from being charged and protect his due process rights.

Question

Mike was sitting in his home watching a late-night baseball game when he heard what sounded like someone trying to break into his home.  He immediately went to his closet and retrieved his 9mm.  Within seconds, two men broke through the door armed with their own guns.  Mike quickly shot both men and immediately called law enforcement.  When first responders arrived on the scene, both men were pronounced dead. Mike was in shock that he actually was responsible for the death of two men.  Within 6 months, Mike was informed that he was being sued by one of the deceased intruder's family members for wrongful death.  Mike wondered if his rights would be validated.
The ___________ will protect Mike from being charged and protect his due process rights.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The U.S. Constitution, specifically the Second Amendment and due process clauses, provides protections for individuals in self-defense situations and ensures legal rights are upheld.

Mike Was Sitting in His Home Watching a Late-Night Baseball