Henry Co. Homeowner Kills Intruder

[Oscar Knight]

"Police: 3 Men Broke Into Home On Hill Lane In Ellenwood"

POSTED: 11:50 am EST February 5, 2010
UPDATED: 12:05 pm EST February 5, 2010

ELLENWOOD, Ga. -- A Henry County homeowner shot and killed an intruder during a home invasion Friday morning, according to police.

Henry County Police Capt. Jason Bolton said it's not likely the homeowner will be charged. "Let's just say that citizens do have a right to defend themselves, and deadly force is justified when you are defending your life or the life of another," Bolton said.

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[Oscar Knight]

Castle Law : SB 396 – Crimes; person who is attacked has no duty to retreat; provide immunity from prosecution

The Castle Law : SB 396

A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Article 2 of Chapter 3 of Title 16 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to justification and excuse as a defense to certain crimes, so as to provide that a person who is attacked has no duty to retreat; to provide that such person has a right to meet force with force, including deadly force; to provide for an immunity from prosecution; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

www.legis.state.ga.us/legis/2005_06/sum/sb396.htm

Please Answer Me This; How many of our legislators, from Clayton County, Lent their support for such a Lawful Right to Defend Your Life and the Lives of your family, in your own home ?

Representative Roberta Abdul-Salaam - District 74 -Voted No

Representative DODSON - District 75- Not Voting (-)

Representative Gail BUCKNER - 76th district- Voted No

Representative Darryl Jordan - District 77-Voted No

Representative BARNES- HD 78 (D - Jonesboro)-Not Voting (-)

www.legis.state.ga.us/legis/2005_06/votes/hv0989.htm

Senator STARR 44TH - Excused (E)

Senator SEAY, 34TH - Voted No

www.legis.state.ga.us/legis/2005_06/votes/sv0731.htm

[Oscar Knight]

News Update

Suspect shot, killed in alleged home invasion

“During the course of the investigation today, detectives discovered over $174,000 in cash, as well as approximately 5 lbs. of marijuana and approximately 1 1/2 lbs. of cocaine inside the residence,” Bolton said. “Witnesses reported seeing three black males exit a dark-colored truck, and approach the residence. The suspects made forced entry through the front door of the home. “Once inside the home, one of the suspects exchanged gunfire with the homeowner, who shot and killed him,” Bolton said.

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