Category Archives: Castle Doctrine

Governor Corbett Signs Self Defense Bill Into Law

Posted on June 28, 2011 by John Pierce

Moments ago, in a private ceremony in his office, Governor Tom Corbett signed House Bill 40 into law, significantly expanding the self-defense rights of the law-abiding citizens of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. As this column recently reported, despite media characterization … Continue reading →

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Pennsylvania Passes Self-Defense Improvement Bill

Posted on June 22, 2011 by John Pierce

On the same day that the Wisconsin Assembly passed their historic carry bill, the Pennsylvania Senate passed a bill which strengthens the statutory Castle Doctrine, removes the duty to retreat in certain public places, and offers a legal presumption of … Continue reading →

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