HF893Introduced in the House
Law on use of force in defense of home and person clarified, self-defense and defense of home laws codified and extended, common law duty to retreat eliminated in certain cases, boundaries of dwelling expanded, presumption created, and rights extended to others defending against entry.
Introduced by Krista Knudsen, District 005A
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Law on use of force in defense of home and person clarified, self-defense and defense of home laws codified and extended, common law duty to retreat eliminated in certain cases, boundaries of dwelling expanded, presumption created, and rights extended to others defending against entry.
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Author added Roach
March 6, 2025
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Bill history
Introduction and first reading, referred to Public Safety Finance and Policy
Author added Roach
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