Understanding Use of Force in Texas: What Every Gun Owner Should Know
When it comes to defending yourself or others, understanding the legal boundaries of force in Texas is critical. The Texas Penal Code clearly outlines what is considered a justified use of force and when it crosses the line into criminal behavior.
🧠What Does Texas Law Say About Use of Force?
Under Penal Code §9.31, you may use force when:
- You reasonably believe it’s immediately necessary to protect yourself against unlawful force.
- You are not the aggressor.
- You did not provoke the threat or escalate a verbal altercation into violence.
Under Penal Code §9.32, deadly force is only justified when:
- You are protecting against deadly force or serious bodily harm, or
- To stop certain crimes like robbery, aggravated assault, sexual assault, etc.
🔍 Reasonable Person Standard
Texas uses the “reasonable person” test—meaning your actions will be judged based on what an average person would do in the same situation.
đź”’ Real-Life Application
At Train Protect Defend, we focus on real-world scenarios to help you understand the legal, emotional, and practical aspects of using force. From LTC to Confident Carry, we prepare you to defend yourself lawfully.
đź“Ť Training conducted at 407 Gun Club, Argyle, TX.
