HB 17-1037

House Bill 17-1037, which has been signed into law, allows business owners, managers, and employees to use deadly force under specific circumstances when defending their property against intruders. This means that if someone breaks into a business, the people in charge or working there can legally use lethal measures to protect it. The bill affects anyone involved with businesses that might face security threats from intruders. Since the bill has been signed, it is now an active law in Colorado and enforceable by the state's legal system.

Official Summary

The bill extends the right to use deadly force against an intruder under certain conditions to include owners, managers, and employees of businesses. (Note: This summary applies to this bill as introduced.)

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