New York Justification and Duty to Retreat

Summary

Deadly physical force is only justified if the person reasonably believes the other person is using or about to use deadly force and they cannot retreat with complete safety.

Rights & Rules

01.
You can use physical force to defend yourself or others from what you believe is illegal force.
02.
You must try to leave the situation safely before using deadly force unless you are in your own home.

Penalties

01.
Conviction for Assault or Homicide if retreat was possible and not attempted.
02.
Criminal charges for using 'excessive force' beyond what was necessary to stop the threat.

Verified Citations

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