Self-Defense Bill to be Considered on Wednesday
On Wednesday, March 4 at 1 p.m., the Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee will hold a hearing on Senate Bill 420, sponsored by a substantial number of Maryland's Democratic and Republican Senators.
SB420, would clarify that law-abiding citizens are justified in using force, including deadly force, against intruders in the home when there is reasonable belief that the intruder intends to commit crimes, such as first, second, or third degree burglary or a crime of violence under § 14-101 of the Criminal Law Article.
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3 comments:
i just wish they would let us law abiding citizens carry a concealed weapon for our self defense.
ANY, I repeat ANY attempt to forcefully enter my home uninvited at any time of day, I must assume those trying to enter intend to do me or my family harm. PERIOD.
End of story.
Upon entering, smile, look into the bright red beam of light and wait for the tone! The coroner is on his way.
Ced: See 2009 Regular Session-HB 470: Repealing the requirement that the Secretary of State Police find that a person has a good and substantial reason to wear, carry, or transport a handgun before issuing a handgun permit to the person. http://mlis.state.md.us/2009rs/billfile/hb0470.htm
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