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SB 1152, 65th R.S.
Providing that where a homicide or assault takes place to prevent certain offenses the fact that a victim of the homicide or assault used or exhibited a deadly weapon is prima facie evidence that the victim intended to cause death or serious bodily injury.

Last action: Vetoed by the Governor

Author: Oscar Mauzy
Sponsor: Lynn Nabers

Remarks: Considered in lieu of HB1983, 5/19/77, HJ pg 3339.

Companion:

HB 1983 (Identical)

Bill Analyses:
Committee Report (Committee)

Vetoed by Governor Dolph Briscoe

Subjects:
Crimes--Against Persons--General
Criminal Procedure--Trial
Weapons

House Committee: Criminal Jurisprudence ()
Minutes: May 18 1977
Senate Committee: Jurisprudence ()


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