Self-defense; person who lawfully occupies dwelling may use degree of force against an intruder. (HB251)
Introduced By
Del. Don Merricks (R-Danville) with support from co-patron Del. Danny Marshall (R-Danville)
Progress
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Introduced |
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Passed Committee |
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Passed House |
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Passed Senate |
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Signed by Governor |
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Became Law |
Description
Self-defense and defense of others. Provides that any person who lawfully occupies a dwelling is justified in using any degree of physical force, including deadly physical force, against another person when the other person has unlawfully entered the dwelling, has committed an overt act toward the occupant or another person in the dwelling, and the occupant reasonably believes he or another person in the dwelling is in imminent danger of bodily injury. The bill also provides that a person who uses justifiable force against an intruder shall be immune from civil liability for injuries or death of the other person. View Full Text »
Status
02/03/2010: Merged into HB854
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