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AZ HB2843

AZ HB2843
Defense of premises; definition

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Introduced
02/08/2024
In Committee
03/25/2024
Crossed Over
02/22/2024
Passed
04/02/2024
Dead
Vetoed
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)

Taxonomy

Law, Crime, and Family Issues
  • ‐ Criminal and Juvenile Delinquent Prosecution, Procedure, and Sentencing

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Document Type Source Location Created
State Bill Page https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/81459 02/05/2024
Analysis - HOUSE SUMMARY: 04/30/2024 Vetoed https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/519437 05/01/2024
Governor's Letter https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/518949 04/10/2024
Analysis - SENATE FACT SHEET: 04/09/2024 As Vetoed https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/518944 04/10/2024
Analysis - HOUSE SUMMARY: 04/05/2024 Transmitted https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/518861 04/05/2024
Analysis - SENATE FACT SHEET: 03/12/2024 JUD https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/517184 03/13/2024
BillText https://www.azleg.gov/legtext/56leg/2r/bills/hb2843h.htm 02/23/2024
Analysis - HOUSE SUMMARY: 02/16/2024 Caucus & COW https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/515007 02/17/2024
Analysis - HOUSE SUMMARY: 02/12/2024 Judiciary https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/514268 02/12/2024
BillText https://www.azleg.gov/legtext/56leg/2r/bills/hb2843p.htm 02/05/2024
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