See section 197 California penal code for self defense, which includes use of deadly force in self defense.
Yes.
A defendant can plead self-defense when they believe they are in imminent danger of harm and use reasonable force to protect themselves. The force used must be proportional to the threat faced, meaning lethal force can only be justified if the defendant believes their life is in immediate danger. Additionally, the defendant must not have provoked the encounter or have had a safe opportunity to retreat, depending on the jurisdiction's laws. Ultimately, the specifics of each case will determine the viability of a self-defense claim.
Yes, it is legal to shoot a bear in self-defense in California if the bear poses an immediate threat to your safety. However, it is important to report the incident to the appropriate authorities afterwards.
No, I have not experienced a moment where I felt compelled to say "I plead the blood" as a form of protection or defense.
self defense of tiger
Yes, you can plead the Fifth Amendment while testifying in court to avoid self-incrimination.
In a civil case, you can still plead the 5th Amendment to avoid self-incrimination, but it may have different implications compared to a criminal case.
In a civil case, you can still plead the Fifth Amendment to avoid self-incrimination, but it may have different implications compared to a criminal case.
Horned lizards spray blood from the corners of their eyes in self defense. Camels sometimes spit, not always in self defense, but sometimes it is in self defense. Chinchillas spray in self defense. Some snakes spit in self defense, and so do cats. Skunks spray a liquid from their anal sacs in self defense.
Yes, it is illegal to shoot a bear in the state of California unless it is in self-defense or under specific circumstances permitted by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.
It has been said that Jodi Arias was attacked by her ex-boyfriend. It has also been said that Jodi Arias has a borderline personality disorder and that it may have played a factor in her plead of self-defense.
Yes, a witness can plead the Fifth Amendment in a civil case to avoid self-incrimination. This means they can refuse to answer questions that may incriminate themselves.