HB 1088 - Authorizes the Use of Deadly Force Against Intruders in a Place of Business - Colorado Key Vote

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Title: Authorizes the Use of Deadly Force Against Intruders in a Place of Business

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that authorizes the use of deadly physical force against intruders in a place of business.

Highlights:

  • Authorizes owners, managers, or employees of a place of business to use any degree of physical force against another person in the following circumstances (Sec. 1):
    • The person has entered the place of business unlawfully;
    • The owner, manager, or employee has a “reasonable belief” that the person has committed, is committing, or intends to commit a crime in the place of business; and
    • The owner, manager, or employee “reasonably believes” that the person might use any degree of physical force against an occupant of the place of business.

Title: Authorizes the Use of Deadly Force Against Intruders in a Place of Business

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