House Bill 608, co-sponsored by Del. Susan Krebs, R-District 5, and Del. Trent Kittleman, R-District 9A, who represents part of southeastern Carroll, will allow occupants to use any amount of force, including deadly, if they suspect someone of making an unlawful entry into their home; someone of a committing a crime in the home; or if someone is likely to use physical force, regardless of how slight, according to the bill.
Under the bill, if someone were to use deadly force, they would not face criminal charges. There are exceptions for law enforcement officers and people who have permission to be in the home.
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DeleteSounds like a great bill. I need to get a copy to read since it states your home only. What if I am working in my garage / shed would I be covered if I catch an unauthorized person stealing my property? I feel these other buildings should also be covered. I will take whatever this liberal State will allow and hope for the best. MD needs to drain the swamp so more of this type of Legislation can be passed / instituted.
ReplyDeleteFinally public servants looking out for the people. Very refreshing...thank you both.
ReplyDeleteGarage and shed qualifies as a home for some born heres.
ReplyDeleteAnyone should be able to protect themselves from harmful attacks with deadly force wherever they are. It would stop a lot of this craziness we're experiencing these days.
ReplyDeleteIt qualifies as my property....should be able to protect my stuff at all cost!!! shootem' Clint aim for center mass!!!
ReplyDeleteWe need the same law as Florida has!
ReplyDeleteDoes anyone know anything about the house bill that allows reciprocity in all states for concealed carry?
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