Castle doctrine

noun

Definitions

1.nounA legal doctrine that designates a person's abode, or any legally occupied place, such as a vehicle or workplace, as a place in which that person has protections and immunities permitting him or her to use force to defend against intrusion.

Synonyms

bell doctrine castle-guard living right of sepulchre settlement benefit of clergy coverture base right qualified property lawburrows privilege caveat

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