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Self-Defense
Learn more about how to defend yourself in dangerous situations. Ask questions about martial arts, weapons, alarms and other modes of self-defense here.
389 Questions
How can murder be considered self defense?
Self defense murder is when you kill in the name of self defense. For example- Mrs. Klein is walking down the street with a box a culinary that she has just purchased for her new home with her husband Harold. She is on Milton Ave. when she realized that there is somebody following her. Just when she is about to run, the man attacks her. She thinks fast and pulls out a knife from her culinary box. When the man tries to grab her to take her away to do God knows what, she stabs him. That is self defense murder, because some would call it self defense, and others would call it murder, because of how it would stand up in court. I hope i answered your question!
Which states allow the right to use a gun in self defence?
Any state in the United States allow guns. All of them, one way or another. Laws vary by the state. Handgun ownership is the most restricted in all states with ownership being very difficult in some states. Generally, shotgun and rifle ownership is less restricted across the board however it also varies state to state.
If you kill someone in self defence will you be charged with murder?
there are limits on how far You can go on the street, you're under at least some obligation to try to avoid violence to retreat at least Part way, if Possible, before striking a blow in self-defense. But this is a fine legal line. You become the aggressor when you use defensive force that is clearly excessive. For example, you can't respond to the threat of a clenched fist with a gun and quick shooting, nor can you beat a man severely with a cane simply because he shoved You on the sidewalk. Self-defense is a defense to certain criminal charges as well as to some civil claims. A person claiming self-defense must prove at trial that the self-defense was justified. Generally a person may use reasonable force when it appears reasonably necessary to prevent an impending injury. A person using force in self-defense should use only so much force as is required to repel the attack. Nondeadly force can be used to repel either a nondeadly attack or a deadly attack. Deadly Force may be used to fend off an attacker who is using deadly force but may not be used to repel an attacker who is not using deadly force.
first of all its not called ïnsta-freeze""pepper spray it is just called FREEZE usualy it + of P+ or +P after FREEZE. it is a pepper spray produced by a german chemical corporation especially for the German police force and unlike all other pepper spray it contains some amount of tear gas/oc content. This addition makes it especially effective. Personal experience it is the only style of pepper st=pray i would trust my life with.
Can self defence be used in manslaughter cases?
Fighting another to protect yourself and other people.
Advantages and disadvantages of self-defense?
Advantage of self-defense would be confidence and the ability to protect yourself and your loved ones.
Disadvantage of self-defense would be legal repercussions of ones actions.
Most martial arts are considered a male activity, however there is one martial art that was invented by a woman. It is called Wing Chun, and its probably the fastest, most skillful, and most effective for self defense.
Most women will be concerned that they do not have much power behind their strikes, but in Wing Chun one can generate maximum force from small range with nearly no muscular power.
when can self defense be used? Self defense can be used when one feels that he/she is in imminent physical danger. Lethal self-defense (resulting in death or great bodily harm of the attacker) can be used if one believes they must use it to avoid the death or great boodily harm of themselves or others.
Are hippies the spawn of Satan?
But they aren't evil at all.
If you define evil as causing harm to others to get something for yourself.
Hippies do not conform to the customs of mainstream society. Their values are about freedom, peace, non-materialist lifestyle and lots of tolerance. They most emphatically do not wish to control or harm people who are not hippies.
Their non-conformist attitudes can be very disturbing to those who wish to force their own values on all others. Like the so-called Moral Majority. But forcing your values on someone else to serve your own moral judgments can be considered evil.
What is the best handgun for self defense?
For a novice, the most fun and economical handgun to use is a .22 cal revolver. Preferrably with a 6" barrell and a good manufacturer, so you don't have problems with the weapon. Usually the guys behind the counter at a gun shop will steer you correctly. Don't be tempted to get something 'small'. You want something that will accomodate 22 short, 22 longs, and 22 long rifle ammunition. If you ever move up to a .22 cal rifle, you can use the same ammo. Probably a 9mm or .22 And make sure its a good gun Manufacturer like Glock Colt Or Ruger NOT SMITH AND WESSON, in the '90s they sided with Clinton and tried to cut back and eliminate guns and put HEAVY restraints on Buying them and they headquartered in Britain So you Wouldn't easliy deal with them. Be careful when buying a gun at a gun shop. While many gunshop salesmen will in fact "steer you correctly," many others will tell you whatever they think you want to hear in order to get you to make a purchase so they can get a commission.
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Some of the above is OK but I think it has been edited by I don't know how many people. Glock doesn't even make a .22, let alone a revolver.
A well made .22 revolver with a 6" barrel is indeed a good choice but these days those are few and far between. Semi-automatics are much more popular and widely available in an array of different well made models. A well made 6" .22 revolver will limit you to a couple of choices that will cost twice as much as a semi-automatic. Forty years ago it was different, but these days you want to go with a Ruger Mk III, Browning Buckmark, even a S&W 22a.
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How effective is Tai Chi for self defense?
Self defense is about alertness, flexibility and speed. Tai Chi works for the improvement of each of these attributes.
How can you learn Tae Kwon Do self defense moves?
Self defense is one of the primary reasons that people become involved in the martial art, and learning to defend yourself will be among the first things that your teacher should teach you. It requires the tutelage of a qualified instructor (check credentials to verify authentic knowledge of Taekwondo, and authorized organizational authority to teach). It cannot be learned adequately through reading, either online or in a book, and videos only show things without personal instruction. Sometimes an additional partner is needed to practice on while the instructor teaches and makes corrections.
It also requires a basic ability to move and use your body without losing balance and concentration. It is important to first warm up, and stretch to make the muscles, tendons, ligaments, and joints flexible. You first learn the basic components of each move, then practice them repeatedly with a partner until they flow smooth. At first, they should be done slowly for correct form, then gradually increase speed until it is fast enough to be effective in real life self defense. Initially the resistance of your training partner should be minimal until proficiency is gained, then intensified until it is as close to a realistic attack as safely possible without injuring your training partner. All of this must always be done under the close supervision of your instructor.
To enhance your self defense training after you have attained sufficient proficiency, you can train while wearing a variety of clothing as you would in your daily life, and practice indoors as well as out. Training carefully on a variety of terrain, with different obstacles to avoid, in various weather conditions, and against multiple attackers (unarmed and armed with safe training weapons) will prepare you for any encounter. Your choice of techniques and tactics should be altered according to the above conditions.
Proficiency at self defense skills requires a lot of practice of effective skills. Attending class more often will help to guide you better. However, it is important to understand that any real-life self defense situation can be potentially dangerous, or even deadly. No amount of self defense training will make you infallible, or bullet-proof. Part of self defense training is learning to avoid dangerous locations, people, and situations. It is safer and wiser to avoid a conflict by being alert to your surroundings, observe people and be able to read their attitudes and intentions, and to be a pleasant person who is not naturally aggressive, and does not provoke aggression from others. It is best to walk away (while remaining safe and alert), or talk your way out of a fight. Physical combat should ALWAYS be a last resort, and then it is applied only to the level necessary to protect the innocent, and neutralize a situation.
Where is the best place to hit someone in self defense?
A good place is to do a hand chop to the side of the neck, just below the ear. ther's a big nerve running up there. it will cause a KO. on weaker people eg. heart problem, it can sometimes be fatal. If you cant get to the neck then you can punch downwards onto the ribs just below the pecks, it hurts like s**t. This is because no one, not even body builders can build that much muscle there. If all else fails just do a big blow to the liver, gut area :)
What are the best self defense weapons?
Ones mind is the primary self-defense tool. Use your ability to think, be aware, look, listen, and be familiar with common methods of attack. I would NOT recommend any weapon, lethal or nonlethal, used for self-defense, which you are not familiar with, have practiced with, are prepared to use fully, or understand the legal ramifications for their use. Remember, which ever weapon you choose for self defense it can be used against you, not dogs usually. A bat can be taken away from you and a gun or knife can be turned against you.
Small calibre ammunition is fine, but it may not stop an attacker immediately. Ballistic science enforces small calibre, .22 or .32, ammunition may bounce around in a person if it penetrates them at all. I would suggest ammunition commonly used by law enforcement, 9mm, 40 cal, 45 cal, or 38 cal, of a hollow point variety. But since we are talking about firearms for defense there is nothing better than a shotgun. Just racking a round into the chamber could stop an aggressor.
Which martial art is useful for self defense?
Any martial art would good. They all provide physical activity, teach martial skills and, probably most important, teach patience and focus. The question to ask is why a martial art? Competition? Physical activity? Self Defense? Is this something thy want to do for a few years, or for the rest of their life?
What skills are needed in self defense?
Element 1 - Actual belief regarding use of physical force by other person
The first element is that when the defendant used defensive force against
If you have found that the force used by the defendant was deadly physical force, then you must find that the defendant actually believed that <insert name of other person> was not only using or about to use physical force upon (him/her/<insert name of third person>), but that the other person was either using or about to use deadly physical force against (him/her/<insert name of third person>), or inflicting or about to inflict great bodily harm upon (him/her/<insert name of third person>). "Great bodily harm" is not limited by the definition of serious physical injury and may encompass other acts such as sexual assault or the threat of sexual assault.4 The term "great" has its ordinary meaning and indicates a bodily harm that is substantially more than minor or inconsequential harm.
The act of <insert name of other person> leading to the defendant's use of defensive physical force need not be an actual threat or assault. The test is not what the other person actually intended, but what the other person's act caused the defendant to believe was the intention of the other. In other words, the danger to which the defendant was reacting need not have been actual or real. In judging the danger to (himself/herself/<insert name of third person>) the defendant is not required to act with infallible judgment. A person acting in (self-defense / the defense of others) is sometimes required to act instantly and without time to deliberate and investigate. Under such circumstances it is possible to perceive an actual threat when none in fact existed.
Element 2 - Reasonableness of that belief
The second element is that the defendant's actual belief about the force being used or about to be used against (him/her/
Element 3 - Actual belief regarding degree of force necessary
The third element is that when the defendant used physical force upon
Element 4 - Reasonableness of that belief
The fourth element is that the defendant's actual belief about the degree of force necessary to defend (himself/herself)/
Why charge with aggravated assult with weapon if it was self defense?
If they were convicted, than that means that the claim of self defense was not believed. However, the judge may take the convicted's belief that it was self defense into account at the sentencing.
Consult with a local attorney. The laws on such sentences - and what counts as mitigating factors - vary from state to state.
Which karate style is more effective for self defense?
A comprehensive defense! More effective, perhaps,
If I knew its purpose. Come: what is it?
What is the best weapon for self defense?
You should have the firearm you are comfortable with shooting. If a gun is not comfortable, you will not practice, and that might make you miss a threat and possibly hit a bystander. Worse, a gun that is too powerful for you to handle comfortably might lead to being afraid to fire it when necessary or it might make you develop a flinch.
At the same time, the gun should be a realistic defense arm. I would say that the minimum defensive handgun caliber acceptable is .380. .32 might work if you are a really good shot or have the need for an extremely small and light pistol. Smaller calibers can most certainly kill, but do not stop a person effectively, and stopping is the big thing in defense.
If you are a novice, or cannot/do not want to carry a pistol, a shotgun is a good choice for home defense. Pick the largest gauge you are comfortable with. Even a .410 will be quite effective at close range. A .410 slug is a sizable chunk of lead.
== == You should take a safety and a users course at your local sheriffs office or gun shop, as well as obtain the proper licenses. Shooting on a regular basis is loads of fun and relaxing as well.
What are some examples of self defense?
Running away from a fight is self defense.
Reacting to a door opening in one's face and avoiding getting hit is self defense.
Preventing someone from hurting you is self defense.
The typical scoring system for fights is 10-9 points. This implies that if a fighter wins the round, they will receive 10 points, and if they lose, they will receive 9 points. These numbers can alter as a result of penalties or damage done.
Do you need to be licensed to teach self defense in NJ Or will certification do?
There are no requirements to teach self defense in New Jersey, or most places. You may have to meet requirements for a business and/or health club laws.
The truest answer to this question is that self defense has existed since the beginning of time. It's a concept we teach in our martial arts classes.
While there is a lot of history about the development of martial arts in each country, the truth is that self defense dates as far back as the cavemen. They had to use clubs and weapons to protect themselves from wildlife and other predators. Self defense existed on a very primitive level and then evolved throughout history. It's safe to say no one person can really be credited with its invention.
