Minnesota HF13 eliminates the duty to retreat before using reasonable force in self-defense or defense of others.

Minnesota HF13 amends the state's statutes to remove the requirement for individuals to retreat before using reasonable force in defense of themselves or others. This change applies to various situations, including lawful arrests, preventing escape of a person held on a crime charge, and restraining individuals with mental illness or developmental disabilities to prevent self-injury or injury to others. The bill takes effect on August 1, 2025.

Minnesota HF13 eliminates the duty to retreat before using reasonable force in self-defense or defense of others.

Minnesota HF13 amends the state's statutes to remove the requirement for individuals to retreat before using reasonable force in defense of themselves or others. This change applies to various situations, including lawful arrests, preventing escape of a person held on a crime charge, and restraining individuals with mental illness or developmental disabilities to prevent self-injury or injury to others. The bill takes effect on August 1, 2025.