SB2193 Summary

• Amends 21 O.S. 2001, Section 1289.25 to clarify Oklahoma's castle doctrine law regarding use of force against intruders in dwellings, residences, and occupied vehicles.

• Establishes presumption of reasonable fear of death or great bodily harm when using defensive force against someone unlawfully and forcibly entering or attempting to enter a dwelling, residence, or vehicle.

• Extends "stand your ground" protections to any location where a person has a right to be, allowing use of force including deadly force without duty to retreat when reasonably necessary to prevent death, great bodily harm, or forcible felony.

• Provides immunity from criminal prosecution and civil action for justified use of force, and requires courts to award attorney fees and expenses if defendant is found immune.

• Becomes effective November 1, 2010.