Virginia: “Castle Doctrine” Legislation Defeated in Senate Committee
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
House Bill 854, sponsored by Delegate Will Morefield (R-3), would have provided immunity from civil prosecution if someone used force, including deadly force, to defend themselves and their loved ones if attacked in their home by someone who has entered unlawfully.
This is just another example of the difference between the House and Senate chambers in Virginia and how they view your individual rights. The House of Delegates passed HB854 on February 16 by a margin of 75-24.
Please contact the members of the Committee who voted in favor of your self-defense rights and thank them for the support!
State Senator Ryan McDougle (R-4)
(804) 698-7504
State Senator Mark Obenshain (R-26)
(804) 698-7526
State Senator Robert Hurt (R-19)
(804) 698-7519
State Senator Roscoe Reynolds (D-20)
(804) 698-7520
State Senator Fred Quayle (R-13)
(804) 698-7513
State Senator Thomas Norment (R-3)
(804) 698-7503
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