This week, Senate Bill 396, the “Castle Doctrine” bill, sponsored by Senator Greg Goggans (R-7), was overwhelmingly approved by the full Senate with a vote of 40-13. This bill would remove a citizen’s duty to retreat when faced with attack. The bill now goes to the House for its consideration.
Please be sure to call your Representative and respectfully urge him or her to support SB 396 when it comes before the House for consideration. You can reach your Representative at (404) 656-5000.