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Today's conservative headline is brought to you by the Republican Ballot Publication. We're dedicated in providing our readers with the most relevant conservative news. [Republican Ballot] Featured Today [Japan Travelers Rely on Railways as Earthquake and Tsunami Impact Tourism] [Japan Travelers Rely on Railways as Earthquake and Tsunami Impact Tourism]( In case you missed it: Judge Dismisses Murder Charge Against Woman Who Shot and Killed Pro Bull Rider SALT LAKE CITY, Utah - A Utah judge has dismissed murder and other charges against a woman who shot and killed her bull-rider boyfriend, finding that she was justified in using deadly force. Lashawn Denise Bagley, 23, was accused of shooting and killing her on-and-off boyfriend, Demetrius Omar Lateef Allen, 27, a professional bull rider. The incident occurred after an argument at a downtown bar, which led Allen to go to Bagley's apartment to retrieve his belongings. He was shot outside the apartment and later died in the hospital. Police initially took Bagley into custody, believing that she had no justification for using a firearm. However, in the court hearing, Judge Mark Kouris ruled that it was not reasonable for a person to break into a home after leaving personal items there, thereby justifying Bagley's actions. He found that she had a reasonable fear for her safety and acted in self-defense. Prosecutors argued that Bagley lacked reasonable fear and could have avoided the confrontation by placing Allen's items on the front porch. However, the defense contended that self-defense was justified in light of the break-in. The judge's ruling focused on Bagley's knowledge of a break-in, rather than the identity of the perpetrator. He concluded that there was no evidence to show that Bagley had read Allen's texts about retrieving his possessions or that she knew it was him at the door. The judge's decision to dismiss the charges highlights the complexities of self-defense cases and the importance of assessing the circumstances leading up to the use of deadly force. It also raises questions about the boundaries of self-defense and the legal implications of using lethal means to protect oneself. In conclusion, the case underscores the need for a thorough examination of self-defense claims, considering factors such as fear for one's safety, awareness of the threat, and the reasonableness of the response. The judge's ruling serves as a reminder of the nuanced nature of self-defense laws and the crucial role of evidence in determining the justification for the use of deadly force. [Visit Republican Ballot News]( Postbox US, 70 South West Century Drive, Suite 100 PMB 5102, Bend, OR 97702 Intended for: {EMAIL} [View Online]( | [Terms of Use]( | [Privacy Policy]( | [Unsubscribe from All](