HB1406Introduced in the House of Delegates
Criminal Law - Self-Defense - Prior Acts by Victim
Introduced by Stephanie Smith, District 45
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
Writing a plain-English summary of this bill… this can take a few seconds the first time.
Official description
Authorizing a person charged with murder or manslaughter in any degree or a crime under Title 3, Subtitle 2 of the Criminal Law Article to assert the defense that the person acted in self-defense and need not prove that the person believed danger was imminent or immediate if the victim had previously committed a certain act against the person.
Where it stands
Hearing 3/10 at 1:00 p.m.
February 16, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.
Bill history
First Reading Judiciary
Hearing 3/10 at 1:00 p.m.
Verify the information
Our commitment to neutrality
We provide factual information only. We never tell you which politicians or bills to support, and we do not rank, score, or endorse anyone.