SB 270 - Use of Deadly Force

• Limits application of "stand your ground" law to instances where an attacker commits an overt act that leads the person attacked to reasonably believe deadly force is necessary to prevent death, great bodily harm, or forcible felony.

• Defines "unlawful activity" as activity prohibited by the laws of Florida for purposes of the home protection statute.

• Removes immunity from criminal prosecution and civil action if a child or bystander unaffiliated with the overt act is injured during justified use of force.

• Retains existing exception that immunity does not apply when force is used against a law enforcement officer acting in official duties who properly identified themselves.

• Effective date: July 1, 2014.