Now that prosecutors have brought charges against George Zimmerman, you probably think that a jury is going to hear the facts and decide the case. Think again. Under Floridas Stand Your Ground law, if George Zimmerman can convince a judge that he acted justifiably, he is entitled to immunity from prosecution. That means no jury; no conviction; no jail. Think of it as a big Get Out of Jail Free card. It is worth repeating: Floridas Stand Your Ground law does not just provide an affirmative defense; it provides immunity. The distinction is extremely significant.
That’s what I posted in Post #35.