Episode Details

A viral video shows a UPS delivery driver defending himself against a charging dog by throwing a customer's package at it. But was this a legally justified act of self-defense? Attorneys Andy Marcantel and Joey Hamby from the Attorneys for Freedom Law Firm break down the viral footage to analyze the legalities of the driver's actions. They discuss the critical differences between "ordinary" and "deadly" physical force, what legal rights you have when defending yourself against an aggressive animal, and the potential criminal liabilities for negligent dog owners. The attorneys also evaluate the heated confrontation that takes place immediately after the attack between the driver and the dog owner, explaining the "Mere Words Doctrine" and how your actions post-incident can impact your legal standing.