BILL · 1997–98 SESSION
SB 5917: Deadly force against intrudr
Authorizing the use of deadly force against intruders.
Summary
- Provides that an occupant of a dwelling using physical force, including deadly physical force, in accordance with the provisions of this act is immune from criminal prosecution for the use of such force.
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Did not pass Did not pass · died in committee
- IntroducedFeb 19, 1997
- Out of committeestopped here
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- Governor
- Law
- Prime sponsor
- Bob McCaslin (R-4)
- Introduced
- February 19, 1997 in the Senate
- Last action
- January 12, 1998
Sponsors
Prime sponsor: Bob McCaslin (R-4)
3 co-sponsors (0 Democrats, 3 Republicans)
Votes
No recorded floor votes. This measure never reached a floor vote.
History
The Legislature's online data doesn't include step-by-step history for sessions before 2001. Its final status is shown above, and the official bill page may have more.
SB 5917 in other sessions
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