Birdwatch Note Rating
2022-11-22 16:11:57 UTC - HELPFUL
Rated by Participant: 13E707AFDB07F5308A2D6527F580A344960651F3DCC6CA164F860325A7A5CFEA
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Wisconsin's self-defense law permits the use of deadly force if it's necessary "to prevent imminent death or great bodily harm." https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/statutes/statutes/939/iii/48 Kyle's case and charges were not related to the defense of his home, but the defense of one's self. https://www.findlaw.com/legalblogs/courtside/why-was-kyle-rittenhouse-acquitted/ His charges were acquitted https://www.npr.org/2021/11/19/1057288807/kyle-rittenhouse-acquitted-all-charges-verdict
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