Antonio Brown wants attempted murder charge dropped under Stand Your Ground law

Summary

Ex-NFL star Antonio Brown seeks to have an attempted murder charge dismissed under Florida’s Stand Your Ground Law, contending immunity applies. The request follows a Miami boxing incident in which Brown was accused of involvement in a fight.

Background

Antonio Brown is a former NFL wide receiver facing charges related to a May incident in Miami.
The Stand Your Ground law in Florida provides legal immunity in certain self-defense scenarios.
Brown’s defense argues the charge should be dismissed due to these provisions.

Key Arguments

The defense maintains Brown acted within the bounds of self-defense as defined by Florida law.
Attorneys for Brown contend there is insufficient evidence to sustain an attempted murder charge under the statute.

Legal Context

Stand Your Ground laws can shield individuals who reasonably believe they are in imminent danger and use force in defense.
Courts review whether the defense’s use of force meets statutory requirements and whether immunity applies.

Related Developments

Public coverage around Brown’s case includes updates on charges and plea status.

Citations

The reporting on this case includes updates about Brown’s efforts to dismiss the charge under Stand Your Ground and related legal arguments.
Explanations of Stand Your Ground principles and how they interact with self-defense claims are provided in public references.

Author’s note: Antonio Brown and the Stand Your Ground motion reflect ongoing legal proceedings; outcomes remain subject to court rulings and additional evidence.

New York Daily News — 2025-12-07