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NY A05269

NY A05269
Relates to the justified use of physical force; removes requirement that a person facing an imminent physical threat must retreat; provides immunity from civil and criminal liability.


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Introduced
02/12/2021
In Committee
01/05/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

2021-2022 General Assembly

Bill Summary

Relates to the justified use of physical force; removes requirement that a person facing an imminent physical threat must retreat; provides immunity from civil and criminal liability.

AI Summary

This bill removes the requirement that a person facing an imminent physical threat must retreat before using physical force, including deadly physical force, to defend themselves or others. It also provides immunity from civil and criminal liability for the justified use of such physical force. The bill amends various sections of New York state law to implement these changes, including the Penal Law, the Criminal Procedure Law, and the Civil Practice Law and Rules.

Committee Categories

Housing and Urban Affairs

Sponsors (8)

Last Action

referred to codes (on 01/05/2022)

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