Texas HB3553 amends the use of deadly force in defense of property under the Penal Code.
Texas HB3553 amends the Texas Penal Code to allow the use of deadly force to protect land or tangible, movable property. A person is justified in using deadly force if they reasonably believe it is necessary to prevent arson, burglary, robbery, aggravated robbery, theft, or criminal mischief, or to prevent someone fleeing after committing these crimes from escaping with the property.
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