Force of defense of home and person clarification

This bill clarifies Minnesota's self-defense laws by eliminating the requirement to retreat before using force outside one's home, expanding the definition of "dwelling" to include occupied vehicles, and creating a legal presumption that a person defending their home or vehicle has a reasonable fear of harm if entry was forced. It directly affects residents and individuals using defensive force in their homes or vehicles. Key provisions remove the duty to retreat outside the home, broaden protected spaces to cover vehicles and temporary structures, and establish a presumption favoring defenders in cases of forced entry. The bill updates Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 609.065, to align with current self-defense standards.