State v. Dickey

Jason Michael Dickey (Petitioner) appeals the court of appeals’ decision affirming his conviction of voluntary man, slaughter. State v. Dickey, 380 S.C. 384, 669 S.E.2d 917 *495(Ct.App.2008). We find Petitioner was entitled to a directed verdict on the issue of self-defense. Therefore, we reverse.

Factual/Procedural Background

In April 2004, Petitioner was employed as a security guard at Cornell Arms apartments in Columbia, where he also resided. Although not required by his employer for his duties, Petitioner carried a loaded pistol, for which he held a valid concealed weapons permit.

On April 29,…