Vermont H0457 proposes a "stand your ground law" allowing use of deadly force in self-defense without a duty to retreat.

Vermont H0457 aims to establish a "stand your ground law" in the state. This law would allow individuals to use deadly force in self-defense without a requirement to retreat if they are in their home or vehicle and face imminent peril from a violent crime. The bill specifies that deadly force can be used against those attempting murder, sexual assault, aggravated sexual assault, burglary, or larceny. The law applies when the individual reasonably believes that deadly force is necessary to repel the threat.

Vermont H0457 proposes a "stand your ground law" allowing use of deadly force in self-defense without a duty to retreat.

Vermont H0457 aims to establish a "stand your ground law" in the state. This law would allow individuals to use deadly force in self-defense without a requirement to retreat if they are in their home or vehicle and face imminent peril from a violent crime. The bill specifies that deadly force can be used against those attempting murder, sexual assault, aggravated sexual assault, burglary, or larceny. The law applies when the individual reasonably believes that deadly force is necessary to repel the threat.