From Wentworth's site:kauboy wrote:Found a link explaining the "Castle Doctrine" bill by the Senator who will be proposing it. You can read a little about it here.
The principle of the "Castle Doctrine" began in the 16th century with English common law which held that citizens had the right to protect themselves inside their homes.
When the 80th Legislature convenes in January, Texas legislators will have the opportunity to turn the concept of the "Castle Doctrine" into state law. I intend to file a bill which would ensure that Texans have the right to forcefully protect themselves and their families from criminals who invade their homes.
What a corrupted history that is. Before America became a nation, the William Pitt version of "castle doctrine" was in effect through the kingdom. From Pitt's speech to Parliament:
The poorest man may in his cottage bid defiance to all the forces of the crown. It may be frail; its roof may shake; the wind may blow through it; the storm may enter; the rain may enter; but the King of England may not enter -- all his force dares not cross the threshold of the ruined tenement!
If we want true sanctity of our homes, we should be more concerned with the threat from the "King", than from burglars.
Kevin