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Committee Hears Contentious Debate on ‘Justifiable Use of Force’ Protections; Motion to Table Advances
Summary
Senate Bill 127, which would create or modify a statutory process related to defendants asserting a justifiable-use-of-force defense, drew sharp exchanges over prosecutorial discretion and reimbursement of defense costs. After amendment attempts and debate, the committee voted to table the bill.
Senate Bill 127 prompted heated committee debate on Jan. 14 after sponsors and opponents argued over when and how the state should act when defendants raise an affirmative defense of justifiable use of force.
The bill as introduced aims to address liability and potential reimbursement for defendants who successfully assert a justifiable-use-of-force defense in cases involving violent felonies. Committee discussion focused on two contested amendments: one would have required the attorney general to determine whether a prosecution should continue…
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