Self Defence laws in tn?

Jonathan

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In TN when am i allowed to use deadly force? In reguards to someone breaking into my house/ trying to steal my car while i'm in it.
 
Tennessee

Under TCA 39-11-611, you use deadly force legally when you have a {reasonable belief} that there is danger of {imminent death or serious bodily injury} against you, a family member, a member of the household, or a person visiting your home from a person(s) who have entered {forcefully and unlawfully}.
 
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