2007 Regular Session

HOUSE BILL 455

File Code: Criminal Law - Substantive Crimes Prior Year Introduction As: SB 870/06 Crossfiled with: SENATE BILL 518
Sponsored By:
Delegates Frank and Boteler
Entitled:
Protection of Persons and Property - Immunity

Synopsis:

Providing that a person is justified in using nondeadly force under specified circumstances; providing that a person is justified in using deadly force under specified circumstances; providing that a person who is justified in using force is immune from criminal prosecution and civil action; etc.

History by Legislative and Calendar Date

House Action
2/6
First Reading Judiciary
2/14
Hearing 3/7 at 1:00 p.m.
Senate Action
No Action

Sponsored by:

Delegate William J. Frank, District 42
Delegate Joseph C. Boteler, III, District 8

Bill indexed under the following Subjects:

Abduction
Civil Actions -see also- Small Claims
Court Costs
Crimes and Punishments -see also- Penalties; Sentences; etc.
Liability -see also- Good Samaritan
Self Defense
Trespass

Bill affects the following Statute:

Criminal Law
( 2-210 )

Documents:

Bill Text (Displayed in PDF Format): First Reading, Third Reading, Enrolled
Fiscal and Policy Note (Displayed in PDF Format): Available
Amendments: None offered