This bill establishes an affirmative defense for the use of force by state security officers, members of the armed forces, and members of the Wyoming National Guard when defending military equipment. It allows for the use of reasonable force, including deadly force, in accordance with military regulations. The bill also extends immunity from civil or criminal liability to state security officers and National Guard members for actions taken while performing their official duties, provided those actions are not palpably illegal, excessively violent, or malicious.

Additionally, the bill introduces a definition for "state security officer" and amends existing statutes to include these officers in the provisions for liability immunity. The affirmative defense created by this bill will apply to conduct occurring on or after July 1, 2025, and the act itself will take effect on that date. The bill does not include a requirement for a briefing on the use of force, which was part of the Montana statute it is based on, to avoid potential constitutional concerns regarding equal protection.

Statutes affected:
25LSO-0077 v0.6: 19-7-101, 19-9-401