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Controversy Over Proposed "Castle Doctrine" Legislation

One the bills awaiting lawmakers when they return from summer break is the so-called "castle doctrine". I t makes it easier for a defendant charged with shooting someone in his home to argue self-defense.

But opponents call it the "shoot first" bill, and say it could allow killers to get off easy. Statehouse correspondent Karen Kasler reports.

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