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Introduced
01/04/2022
01/04/2022
In Committee
01/04/2022
01/04/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/09/2022
03/09/2022
Introduced Session
2022 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Self-defense. Specifies that "reasonable force" includes thepointing of a loaded or unloaded firearm for purposes of arrest or toprevent an escape, or for self-defense.
AI Summary
This bill amends Indiana's law on self-defense to specify that "reasonable force" includes the pointing of a loaded or unloaded firearm for the purposes of arrest, preventing an escape, or self-defense. The bill also clarifies that the use of a "chokehold" by a person other than a law enforcement officer is considered "deadly force" and is only justified under certain conditions. Additionally, the bill allows individuals to use reasonable force, including deadly force, to prevent or stop the hijacking or unlawful seizure of an aircraft in flight.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Representative Payne Z added as coauthor (on 01/12/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://iga.in.gov/legislative/2022/bills/house/1114/ |
| Bill | http://iga.in.gov/static-documents/b/5/2/f/b52ff72f/HB1114.01.INTR.pdf |
| Fiscal Note #1: Introduced House Bill (H) | http://iga.in.gov/static-documents/a/a/4/7/aa4732d0/HB1114.01.INTR.FN001.pdf |
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