NJ A4611

Establishes the "castle doctrine" allowing homeowners to use force, including deadly force, against intruders when they reasonably fear imminent death or serious bodily harm to themselves or others in their home

Creates a legal presumption of reasonable fear when someone unlawfully and forcibly enters or attempts to enter a residence, or attempts to remove another person from a home against their will

Eliminates the duty to retreat for persons in their own home or residence who face an intruder threat

Provides immunity from criminal prosecution and civil lawsuits for individuals justified in using force under these circumstances

Requires courts to award attorney's fees, court costs, lost income compensation, and defense expenses to defendants who successfully demonstrate immunity in civil actions brought against them