Bill H.457, introduced by Representative Dolgin, aims to establish a "stand your ground" law in Vermont. This legislation allows individuals to use deadly force in self-defense without the obligation to retreat when they are in their home or vehicle. The bill specifies that a person may use such force if they reasonably believe that they or another person are in imminent danger and that deadly force is necessary to prevent serious crimes, including murder, sexual assault, aggravated sexual assault, burglary, or larceny.

The proposed law emphasizes the right to defend oneself and others in situations where there is a perceived threat, thereby expanding the legal framework surrounding justifiable homicide. The bill seeks to clarify the circumstances under which deadly force can be employed, reinforcing the notion that individuals have the right to protect themselves without the requirement to retreat in the face of danger.