The Pennsylvania House of Representatives concurred with the Senate on a bill allowing lethal force in self-protection. The legislation was originally designed to close two loopholes regarding sex offenders under Megan's Law. However, the Senate included an amendment for the expansion of the “Castle Doctrine” regarding self-protection. The bill would expand the current law to permit the use of deadly force against the attacker outside of the home, and eliminate the duty to retreat.
Rep. Ron Waters questioned the constitutionality of the bill and whether it violates the same-subject clause requirement under the Pennsylvania Constitution. Rep. Cherelle Parker expressed concerns about the safety of police officers as a reason not to concur with the bill.
Read more: The Bulletin
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