Lethal Force
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Colorado Supreme Court confirms ‘Make My Day’ home defense not applicable to reckless killing
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The Colorado Supreme Court ruled on Monday that a man convicted of manslaughter in Adams County could not rely on the state’s “Make My Day” law authorizing lethal force against home intruders to defend himself against a charge of recklessly shooting his friend. There was no dispute that Justin Brendan Martinez shot and killed Ismael…
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Denver man’s shooting not covered under ‘Make My Day’ immunity, Colorado Supreme Court rules
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A defendant cannot avail himself of the immunity Colorado law affords those who use lethal force against home intruders, the state Supreme Court ruled on Monday, because his victim was not inside any “dwelling” when he fired the shots. Joseph M. Howell stands accused of attempted murder and other charges. In February 2023, a man…