self defense

2020 Bills

HB 136: Criminalizing a Minor’s Access to Firearms

This bill would create a criminal penalty for gun owners who do not securely store their firearms in the home so minors may not access them.

Libertas Institute Staff
| 15th Jan 2020

2019 Bills

HB 243: Self-Defense for Domestic Violence Victims

This bill would allow a person who is issued a protective order to conceal carry a firearm for up to 120 days after the order was issued, without needing a concealed firearm permit.

Libertas Institute Staff
| 2nd Feb 2019

2019 Bills

HB 114: A Stand Your Ground Law in Utah

This bill protects a person's right to defend themselves using force even if safety could be achieved by retreating.

Libertas Institute Staff
| 10th Jan 2019

2018 Bills

HB 102: Felonies and Use of Force

This bill ensures that even alleged felons can defend themselves against aggression that is unrelated to their criminal activity.

Libertas Institute Staff
| 21st Jan 2018

2018 Bills

HB 129: A Stand Your Ground Gun Law in Utah

This bill clarifies that a person is not required to retreat to safety if confronted with a threat they choose to defend themselves against.

Libertas Institute Staff
| 2nd Jan 2018

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