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HB16-1023

Deadly Force Against An Intruder At A Business

Concerning the use of deadly physical force against a person who has made an illegal entry into a place of business.
Session:
2016 Regular Session
Subject:
Crimes, Corrections, & Enforcement
Bill Summary

The bill extends the right to use deadly force against an intruder under certain conditions to include owners, managers, and employees of businesses.

(Note: This summary applies to this bill as introduced.)

Status

Introduced
Lost

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Sponsors

Sponsor Type Legislators
Prime Sponsor

Rep. J. Everett

Sponsor

Rep. P. Buck, Rep. S. Humphrey, Rep. G. Klingenschmitt, Rep. P. Neville, Rep. D. Nordberg, Rep. K. Ransom, Rep. L. Saine
Sen. K. Lambert, Sen. V. Marble, Sen. T. Neville

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