![]() ![]() (1) Unless inconsistent with the ensuing sections of this code defining justifiable use of physical force or with some other provisions of law, conduct which would otherwise constitute an offense is justifiable when the defendant believes it to be necessary to avoid an imminent public or private injury greater than the injury which is sought to be prevented by the statute defining the offense charged, except that no justification can exist under this section for an intentional homicide. In any prosecution for an offense, justification, as defined in this chapter, is a defense. (6) "Vehicle" means a conveyance of any kind, whether or not motorized, which is designed to transport people or property. (5) "Residence" means a dwelling in which a person resides either temporarily or permanently or is visiting as an invited guest. (4) "Physical force" means force used upon or directed toward the body of another person and includes confinement. (3) "Imminent" means impending danger, and, in the context of domestic violence and abuse as defined by KRS 403.720, belief that danger is imminent can be inferred from a past pattern of repeated serious abuse. (2) "Dwelling" means a building or conveyance of any kind, including any attached porch, whether the building or conveyance is temporary or permanent, mobile or immobile, which has a roof over it, including a tent, and is designed to be occupied by people lodging therein at night. ![]() (1) "Deadly physical force" means force which is used with the purpose of causing death or serious physical injury or which the defendant knows to create a substantial risk of causing death or serious physical injury. The following definitions apply in this chapter unless the context otherwise requires: These and other self defense laws can be viewed below. The Commonwealth of Kentucky does have a Castle Law and a Stand Your Ground variation. This clause removes the “duty of retreat” even outside of one’s home (car, work, where one is allowed to possess a firearm). Some states will include in their Castle Law a “Stand Your Ground” clause. A Castle Doctrine also states that a person has no “duty of retreat” (avoid the conflict at all cost) when one’s home/abode is under attack. In some instances this includes deadly force without the consequences of legal or possibly civil responsibility and criminal persecution. The Castle Doctrine (also known as Castle Law, Defense of Habitat Law) are state legal defense laws that gives citizens in their homes/abode, and in some states, cars or workplaces the right to protect themselves, other people, and their property by force. If you have specific questions, please refer to Kentucky legislation at you have any specific questions concerning Castle Doctrine/Self-Defense laws in any state, American Firearms Training recommends contacting an attorney. The below information is designed to be a guide and not the final word. Below are the applicable laws in the Commonwealth of Kentucky as of. The laws governing the legal use, storage, carrying and transporting of firearms are constantly changing. ![]()
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