Bill > SB24

This bill amends Arkansas laws on the use of physical force and deadly physical force in self-defense. It clarifies that a person is justified in using physical force to defend themselves or others from the unlawful use of force, and that they do not have a duty to retreat if they are lawfully present, not engaged in criminal activity, and not part of a criminal gang or organization. The bill also specifies the circumstances under which a person is justified in using deadly physical force, including if they reasonably believe the other person is committing a felony involving force or violence, using or about to use unlawful deadly force, or imminently endangering their life or about to victimize them from domestic abuse. Additionally, the bill allows a pregnant woman to use physical or deadly force to protect her unborn child if she would be justified in using such force to protect herself.