Think Like a Lawyer: Classic Case Challenge

Think Like a Lawyer: Classic Case Challenge

If someone hurts another person while defending themselves, are they always off the hook legally?

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Correct Incorrect You can use self-defense, but only if the force is appropriate and not excessive.

If someone hurts another person while defending themselves, are they always off the hook legally?

  • No, their response has to be reasonable.
  • Yes, self-defense always makes it okay.
  • Only if the other person had a weapon.
  • Self-defense never counts as an excuse.
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