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Florida's "Stand Your Ground" law has received a lot of scrutiny in the wake of Trayvon Martin's shooting death by neighborhood watchman George Zimmerman.
Zimmerman was acquitted in his murder trial sparking protests around the country. Another trial is fast approaching that may prove to be an even bigger powder keg.
Jordan Davis
As we previously reported, 17-year old Jordan Davis was murdered by Michael Dunn at a Jacksonville gas station in November 2012, following an argument over the loud music coming from the SUV Jordan was riding in.
Dunn and his girlfriend pulled into the gas station next to the SUV carrying Jordan and three other black teens. Dunn didn't like the loud music of Chief Keef coming from the SUV, and asked that it be turned down
The teens refused Dunn's request sparking an argument. The 45-year old claimed he saw a rifle coming from the their vehicle and felt threatened. He pulled out his gun and fired eight shots into the SUV, two of which struck and killed Davis.
Dunn fled the scene, but was later arrested at his home. He was charged with murder and attempted murder.
A police search of the SUV Davis was in revealed that there was no rifle in it.
Michael Dunn
Jury selection for Dunn's trial begins in September. He is expected to use the "Stand Your Ground" law as his defense. His girlfriend will be a star witness for the prosecution. She will testify to some of the incriminating statements Dunn made as he sped away from the shooting.
Hot 97's Peter Rosenberg talks about the case on this morning's episode of "The Realness."
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