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Introduced
02/08/2024
02/08/2024
In Committee
03/25/2024
03/25/2024
Crossed Over
02/22/2024
02/22/2024
Passed
04/02/2024
04/02/2024
Dead
Vetoed
04/08/2024
04/08/2024
Introduced Session
Fifty-sixth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2024)
Bill Summary
An Act amending section 13-407, Arizona Revised Statutes; relating to justification.
AI Summary
This bill amends Arizona's law on the justification for using physical force to defend premises. It allows a person in lawful control of premises to use or threaten physical force, including deadly force, if a reasonable person would believe it is immediately necessary to prevent or stop a criminal trespass on the premises. The bill also clarifies the definition of "premises" to include any real property or structure, whether occupied or not, that is adapted for human residence or lodging.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Governor Vetoed (on 04/08/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/81459 |
| Analysis - HOUSE SUMMARY: 04/30/2024 Vetoed | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/519437 |
| Governor's Letter | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/518949 |
| Analysis - SENATE FACT SHEET: 04/09/2024 As Vetoed | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/518944 |
| Analysis - HOUSE SUMMARY: 04/05/2024 Transmitted | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/518861 |
| Analysis - SENATE FACT SHEET: 03/12/2024 JUD | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/517184 |
| BillText | https://www.azleg.gov/legtext/56leg/2r/bills/hb2843h.htm |
| Analysis - HOUSE SUMMARY: 02/16/2024 Caucus & COW | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/515007 |
| Analysis - HOUSE SUMMARY: 02/12/2024 Judiciary | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/514268 |
| BillText | https://www.azleg.gov/legtext/56leg/2r/bills/hb2843p.htm |
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