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- Last Updated
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California Lawmaker Withdraws Bill Limiting Self-Defense Rights
California Assemblyman Rick Chavez Zbur has withdrawn Assembly Bill 1333, which aimed to redefine circumstances under which lethal force could be justified in self-defense situations. The bill faced significant backlash due to its perceived implications on the right to defend one's home, leading critics to label it an 'assault on self-defense.' Zbur emphasized that the intent was to close a legal loophole that allowed armed aggressors to exploit self-defense laws, clarifying that the bill would not affect the Castle Doctrine. Despite this, misinformation and public fear surrounding the bill's provisions prompted its withdrawal. Both supporters and opponents of the bill expressed their views, with gun safety advocates advocating for its measures while law enforcement and various political figures condemned it. Zbur committed to continuing discussions with stakeholders to ensure the right balance between public safety and self-defense rights.

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- Last Updated
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