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SB 380

Relating to: eliminating criminal defenses of adequate provocation, self-defense, or not guilty by reason of mental disease or defect if the claim is based on the victim’s gender identity or sexual orientation.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Tim Carpenter and 14 co-sponsors

Overview: SB 380 - Relating to: eliminating criminal defenses of adequate provocation, self-defense, or not guilty by reason of mental disease or defect if the claim is based on th

Read first time and referred to Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety
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Bill Summary · SB 380

Overview: SB 380 - Relating to: eliminating criminal defenses of adequate provocation, self-defense, or not guilty by reason of mental disease or defect if the claim is based on the victim's gender identity or sexual orientation.
Purpose and Intent: The bill seeks to prohibit the use of a victim's gender identity or sexual orientation as the basis for certain criminal defenses, such as adequate provocation, self-defense, or not guilty by reason of mental disease or defect.
Key Provisions:
- Eliminates the ability to use a victim's gender identity or sexual orientation as justification for the criminal defenses of adequate provocation, self-defense, or not guilty by reason of mental disease or defect
- Applies this prohibition to all criminal proceedings, including trials and sentencing
Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would impact defendants in criminal cases where the victim's gender identity or sexual orientation is raised as a factor in the defendant's criminal defense. It aims to prevent the use of these defenses in cases involving LGBTQ+ victims.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been introduced and referred to the Senate Committee on Judiciary and Public Safety for consideration. The legislative process is in the early stages.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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