Bill Detail
An Act to amend the Criminal Code (defence of person)
This enactment amends the Criminal Code to add presumptions in relation to the defence of person.
✦ AI Summary
Bill C-270, also known as the Stand on Guard Act, proposes changes to the Criminal Code regarding self-defence. It introduces new presumptions that support the use of force, including lethal force, when defending oneself or others against an unlawful intruder in one's home. The bill aims to strengthen the legal standing for individuals who use necessary force to protect their dwelling and its lawful occupants from someone who enters without permission and with apparent intent to cause harm.
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