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Senators back no-retreat bill
2/1/07

AUSTIN – Most senators announced their support Wednesday for a "Castle Doctrine" bill that would give Texans broad authority to use force – including deadly force – in protecting their homes, motor vehicles and places of employment.

The measure by Sen. Jeff Wentworth, R-San Antonio, would reverse a state law passed in the mid-1970s that requires a person to attempt to retreat before using force against an intruder. Those who do not attempt to escape can be prosecuted – although Mr. Wentworth could not recall such a case in Texas.

Mr. Wentworth said 27 senators had signed on as co-sponsors for the bill.