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Self-Defense in California: Understanding the Law

In the Wild West days of California, force was met with force. But in the 21st century, using force for protection can have legal consequences. Learn about self-defense laws in California and how they apply today.

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Self-Defense in California: Understanding the Law

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  1. SELF-DEFENSE IN CALIFORNIA

  2. The Wild West?

  3. In the days of the Wild West in California there was no question that force could be met with force;

  4. However, in the 21st century using force to protect yourself, a loved one, or your property could land you in jail

  5. Asserting a Defense

  6. State has burden of proving defendant guilty beyond a reasonable doubt

  7. Defendant not required to do anything

  8. Affirmative defenses shift burden • to defendant

  9. Self-defense is not an affirmative defense in California

  10. Prosecutor must prove you did not commit act in self-defense

  11. Self-Defense Law

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