HF13
Duty to retreat before using reasonable force in defense of self or others eliminated.
False House Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026)Past session
Related bill: SF624
AI Generated Summary
The bill proposed in Minnesota seeks to eliminate the requirement for a person to retreat before using reasonable force in self-defense or in defense of others. This change would specify that individuals can use such force if they reasonably believe they, or others, are threatened. This amendment would apply even if there might be a possibility to retreat to avoid danger, thus allowing individuals to defend themselves without having to first consider escaping the situation.
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