MO HB2126

Allows use of deadly force against someone unlawfully entering, remaining after unlawfully entering, or attempting to unlawfully enter private property owned or leased by an individual, or occupied by someone with specific authority from the property owner.

Eliminates duty to retreat from dwelling, residence, vehicle, or private property owned or leased by the person.

Permits deadly force when reasonably believed necessary to protect against death, serious physical injury, any forcible felony, or against unlawful entry into occupied dwelling, residence, or vehicle.

Places burden on defendant to raise justification defense, but shifts burden to state to prove beyond reasonable doubt that defendant did not reasonably believe deadly force was necessary when asserting defense against unlawful entry.

Extends justification for use of physical restraint as protective force, requiring actor to terminate restraint as soon as reasonably possible.