HF 786: Law on use of force in defense of home and person clarified, self-defense and defense of home laws codified and extended, common law duty to retreat eliminated in certain cases, boundaries of dwelling expanded, presumption created, and rights extended to others defending against entry.

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HF 786 is a bill introduced in the Minnesota House on February 13, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Law on use of force in defense of home and person clarified, self-defense and defense of home laws codified and extended, common law duty to retreat eliminated in certain cases, boundaries of dwelling expanded, presumption created, and rights extended to others defending against entry. Primary sponsor: Ben Davis (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 13, 2025): Introduction and first reading, referred to Public Safety Finance and Policy.

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