Alabama · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 188: Criminal law; self-defense and defense of others; presumption of unlawful use of force under certain conditions
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 188 is a bill introduced in the Alabama Senate on January 21, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Criminal law; self-defense and defense of others; presumption of unlawful use of force under certain conditions. Primary sponsor: April Weaver (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 21, 2026): Read for the first time and referred to the Senate Committee on Judiciary.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Crimes & Offenses
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April Weaver | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 14 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Read for the first time and referred to the Senate Committee on Judiciary
- Pending Committee Action in House of Origin (Judiciary)