“Stand Your Ground” laws

Possible subtopics:

Do they really save lives, or do they further endanger our citizens?
How are various versions of the law worded and enforced from state to state?
How are these laws actually being used in the courtroom and by defense attorneys?
How are “stand your ground” laws related to other “self-defense” protections?
Do these laws reduce the burden of proof for the use of deadly force too far?
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