Bill > HB1040

This bill modifies Mississippi's "Castle Doctrine," which provides legal protection for individuals who use force, including deadly force, to defend themselves and their property. Specifically, it removes the immunity granted to homeowners for killings that occur outside the immediate premises of their dwelling when resisting a felony. The bill clarifies that "immediate premises" refers only to the interior of the dwelling and not areas outside, such as exterior quarters beyond thirty feet of an entrance. Furthermore, individuals claiming protection under the Castle Doctrine will be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing during investigations.