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San Diego Self Defense Attorney
The Law of Self Defense
No one should be punished for defending themselves or their loved ones. But self-defense is not as cut and dry as you might think. Most people believe that if they honestly explain what happened, the system will work itself out. Unfortunately, this is often not the case. Prosecutors frequently twist people’s stories to obtain convictions or larger penalties. You need to be aware of the seriousness of any charges related to an altercation you were involved in. Don’t become a victim twice. The Rudolph Firm knows how to defend you. We have helped many stand up for their rights. Contact us today to get started.
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Defense of Self and Others
This is a legal defense that may be used to justify the use of force upon another. This defense is based on the idea that the force was used to defend oneself or others. The force must have been necessary and proportional to the threat faced in order to be valid. The threat must also have been a reasonable and imminent
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Pepper Spray
Some people choose to use pepper spray as a defensive tool. In most jurisdictions, pepper spray is legal to carry and for self defense use, but may be subject to certain restrictions. In California, under Penal Code 22810 felony charges may be brought after an altercation involving pepper spray.
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Lethal Self Defense
Lethal Self Defense refers to the use of deadly force that could result in great bodily injury or death to the attacker. The legality of lethal self defense depends on factors such as levels of force used, the degree of danger posed by the attacker, and if the defender could've reasonably retreated from the situation.