Ohio State Representatives Monica Robb Blasdel and Beth Lear introduced House Bill 498 , the "Ohio Self Defense Act" Thursday to offer additional legal protections to Ohioans who choose to exercise their right to self-defense.

"Self-defense is a foundational right," Rep. Robb Blasdel said in a release. "This bill protects good people who do the right thing, while ensuring accountability remains for criminals."

The bill, if passed, would make several reforms to Ohio law including:

- Pretrial immunity process: Citizens facing charges or lawsuits for lawful self-defense would be allowed to request a pretrial immunity hearing.

- Strengthened civil immunity: Ohioans would be protected from civil liability when acting lawfully in self-defense, requiring courts to award attorney fees and co

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