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Does Iowa have a 'Stand Your Ground' law?

  1. Yes

  2. No

  3. Only in one's home

  4. Only in public places

The correct answer is: Yes

Iowa does have a 'Stand Your Ground' law, which allows individuals to use deadly force in self-defense against any intruder who unlawfully enters their home or occuppied vehicle. Option B is incorrect because Iowa does have this law in place. Option C is incorrect because the law includes not only one's home, but also an occupied vehicle. Option D is incorrect because it applies to both private residences and public places.