Hawaiʻi’s Self-Defense Law
Hawaiʻi has a self-defense law that allows the use of reasonable force, even deadly force, if someone believes it is immediately necessary to protect against unlawful force by someone else. Deadly force is not justified if the person who feels threatened can safely retreat or walk away from a threatening situation. Should Hawaiʻi change its law to mirror other states where retreat is not necessary? Join the conversation Thursday at 7:30 pm on Insights on PBS Hawaiʻi.
Air Date: Thu, Nov 14, 2024 7:30 PM
During the program, you can phone in a question or leave us a comment on our Youtube. INSIGHTS on PBS HAWAIʻI also streams live on pbshawaii.org.
Panelists are:
- Steve Alm, Honolulu City Prosecutor
- Chris Marvin, Everytown Veteran Advisory Council
- Rep. Darius Kila (D), Nānākuli-Māʻili
- Kevin O’Grady, Hawaiʻi Attorney
