SF597 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Use of force in self-defense no duty to retreat before making a threat to use force in certain circumstances clarifying provision

Related bill: HF1444

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Senate Bill SF No 597, introduced in Minnesota, aims to clarify public safety laws, specifically relating to self-defense. It proposes an amendment to a section of the Minnesota Statutes, emphasizing that individuals who are legally justified to use force in self-defense are not required to retreat, even if they have the chance to do so, before they can threaten to use force. Essentially, this bill supports the right of a person to stand their ground and protect themselves without the obligation to escape the situation first.

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DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
January 26, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
January 26, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toJudiciary and Public Safety