ID H0679

Expands self-defense law to protect motor vehicle operators from criminal liability for injuries, death, or property damage when the operator reasonably believes someone is attempting or aiding aggravated assault, robbery, rape, kidnapping, murder, or other heinous crimes against the operator or vehicle occupants.

Allows vehicle operators to use their vehicle as a means of defense and escape under the "reasonable person" standard without benefit of hindsight.

Requires all public entities with road closure authority to establish permit policies for public assemblies on streets and highways, with viewpoint-neutral time, place, and manner restrictions permitted.

Prohibits spontaneous (unpermitted) assembly participants from blocking or obstructing traffic and requires compliance with all applicable road laws.

Creates misdemeanor penalties of up to 6 months imprisonment and/or $1,000 fine for permit violations, and up to $1,000 fine for spontaneous assembly violations; effective July 1, 2026.