The Home Invasion (Self-Defence and Defence of Property) Bill 2025 has been passed in the Lower House.
The legislation criminalizes home invasion and empowers occupants of homes to lawfully defend themselves and others.
21 UNC MP’s voted for the Bill along with the two elected members of the Tobago People’s Party.
10 Opposition MP’s in the House voted against the Bill.
Attorney General John Jeremie summarized the value of the law as he addressed Parliament last night.
