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hishoot
02-02-2009, 04:22 PM
From: "Maxwell Cooper" <maxwell_cooper@msn.com>
To: HRA LEGISLATIVE ALERT
Date: Mon, 2 Feb 2009 14:02:04 -1000

HB412, the .50 Caliber ban will not be heard this week.

SB 236, a form of Castle Doctrine, introduced by Sen. Mike Gabbard, is scheduled for 1:15 pm Thursday, Feb. 5, Room 229. It removes the current requirement in the criminal statutes that a victim retreat or give up property (like your wallet, jewelry, etc.) before the use of force is justifiable.

The hearing notice at:

http://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session2009/hearingnotices/HEARING_PSM_02-05-09_.HTM

Gives details on how to send testimony and an link to the bill language.

Max Cooper, Legislative Co-Chair, HRA