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HB25-1232

Liability When Means of Self-Defense Prohibited

Concerning liability for harm suffered on another's property when a person is not allowed the means to defend themselves on the property.
Session:
2025 Regular Session
Subject:
Courts & Judicial
Bill Summary

The bill makes the owner or person in control of a property who prohibits persons from bringing arms of self-defense onto the property liable for damages for harm suffered by a person while on the property that could have been prevented by the person if the person had the person's arm of self-defense. The bill waives sovereign immunity in an action for harms under the conditions described in the bill against a public entity that owns or controls property.
(Note: This summary applies to this bill as introduced.)

Status

Introduced
Lost

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Sponsor Type Legislators
Prime Sponsor

Rep. S. Luck

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