Summary
THE Tories last night challenged the government to support new proposals to give householders greater protection from prosecution when they use force against intruders.
The Conservatives' security spokesman, Patrick Mercer, will introduce a Bill designed to shift the legal balance in the householder's favour. The Bill would offer freedom from prosecution to anybody who takes action against an intruder, provided it is not "grossly disproportionate".See the full content of this document
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Tory Bill to Protect Householders
As the law stands now,...
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