Tennessee Says You Can Use Deadly Force To Defend Property

About this video

Colion examines a Tennessee bill that would allow property owners to use deadly force to defend their property under certain conditions. He explains that he has mixed feelings about the legislation, arguing that while criminals should face serious consequences for theft, he personally hesitates to endorse taking a life over property alone. Colion analyzes the bill’s limitations and requirements, emphasizing that it’s not a blanket authorization to shoot trespassers, while also highlighting his concern that some people might misuse it or make tragic mistakes based on preconceived notions.

Key takeaways

• Colion reports that the Tennessee bill requires a reasonable belief that deadly force is immediately necessary with no other option, and prohibits shooting someone who is fleeing or has their back turned
• Colion argues that the current system unfairly expects property owners to wait and hesitate while criminals face minimal consequences, creating an imbalance he believes needs correction
• Colion expresses concern that despite the bill’s limitations, some individuals might act too aggressively or make tragic errors based on misreading situations or preconceived notions about perceived threats

Episode details: published April 28, 2026 · 7:44 long. Summary written by Self Growth Videos from the episode itself. Colion Noir’s legal commentary reflects his positions and teaching, attributed to him — it is not legal advice. His defensive-incident breakdowns are his analysis of reported incidents, attributed to him.

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