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2006 Kansas Code - 21-3213

      21-3213.   Use of force in defense of property other than a dwelling. A person who is lawfully in possession of property other than a dwelling is justified in the threat or use of force against another for the purpose of preventing or terminating an unlawful interference with such property. Only such degree of force or threat thereof as a reasonable man would deem necessary to prevent or terminate the interference may intentionally be used.

      History:   L. 1969, ch. 180, § 21-3213; July 1, 1970.

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