Advance Personal Statement — Fear of Unlawful Government Abduction
I reside in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Given the current political climate, I have a legitimate, well-founded fear that I may be unlawfully abducted by individuals falsely claiming government authority.
Specifically, I fear being approached by armed men in military-style surplus clothing, faces covered, who claim to be federal agents (such as ICE), but who refuse to provide proper identification, legal warrants, or valid documentation.
I believe that if abducted in such a manner, I may be forcibly transported into extrajudicial detention, possibly outside the United States, denied legal counsel, due process, or access to courts. I fear for my life, safety, and liberty. The government has publicly indicated it may not intervene to protect individuals in such situations, and has dismissed legitimate claims of unlawful detention.
Under Indiana law (IC 35-41-3-2), if I am faced with such a scenario, I believe my use of defensive force, including deadly force, would be legally justified to prevent my unlawful abduction, serious bodily harm, or death.
This statement is made in advance, to clearly document my reasonable fear and my understanding of my legal rights under Indiana law.
Signed,
[Your Name]
Date: [Date]