09/07/2024
MN Case Law Update for Permit to Carry
“The Minnesota Supreme Court's ruling in State v. Blevins on self-defense and the duty to retreat has several implications for gun owners and self-defense law in Minnesota:
Duty to retreat:
The court ruled that people must attempt to retreat before using deadly force in self-defense, even if they are facing bodily harm.
This applies to people who use the threat of force, such as pulling a weapon when there are other ways to escape.
Impact on gun owners:
The ruling could affect anyone with a permit to carry in Minnesota and could change how permit to carry trainers teach about self-defense laws.
Unprecedented decision:
Some say the ruling is unprecedented in the United States and flies in the face of human
nature.
Impact on self-defense encounters:
Others say that in the moment, most people don't have time to look for a way to retreat before grabbing or showing their weapon.
Impact on altercations:
Some say that requiring reasonable retreat will still permit people to defend themselves while also ending altercations and preventing escalation.”
At the end of the day, it is on you as the permit holder to stay educated. Stay safe, stay informed and reach out if you have questions!!