Some complications may arise in attempting to prove self-defense in the context of a domestic relationship. For example, the Stand Your Ground Law’s presumption may not apply if the person you are defending against, such as a spouse, also has the legal right to be in the house or vehicle. You also can’t use force to prevent someone from removing a child over whom they have legal custody.
On the other hand, if you have a court-ordered injunction or no contact order against the person, then they may no longer have the right to access the house or vehicle where you are. In that case, you could be justified in using force—even deadly force. Your attorney can submit a pre-trial Stand Your Ground Motion, which asks the judge to consider your self-defense argument. If the judge grants your motion, your case could be dismissed.