Florida Governor DeSantis signed HB 87, providing a "stand your ground" defense for property owners who kill bears.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill that bolsters self-defense arguments for people who kill bears on their property. The bill (HB 87) provides a kind of "stand your ground" defense for people who shoot bears to defend themselves or property. Under the bill, shooters will have to notify the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission within 24 hours of bears being killed. Critics argue this legislation will lead to increased deaths of the once-threatened animal species.
June 21, 2024
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