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SELF-DEFENSE. I N CALIFORNIA. The. Wild West?. In the days of the Wild West in California there was no question that force could be met with force;. However, in the 21st century using force to protect yourself, a loved one, or your property could land you in jail. Asserting. a Defense.
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SELF-DEFENSE IN CALIFORNIA
The Wild West?
In the days of the Wild West in California there was no question that force could be met with force;
However, in the 21st century using force to protect yourself, a loved one, or your property could land you in jail
Asserting a Defense
State has burden of proving defendant guilty beyond a reasonable doubt
Affirmative defenses shift burden • to defendant
Prosecutor must prove you did not commit act in self-defense
Self-Defense Law
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