Index
New York Defense of Justification
Summary
In New York, a person may use physical force for self-defense, but there is a duty to retreat before using deadly force unless they are in their own home or cannot safely retreat.
Rights & Rules
- 01.The right to use physical force to prevent what is reasonably believed to be a crime.
- 02.The right to use deadly force in your own dwelling without retreating.
Penalties
- 01.Conviction for manslaughter if the duty to retreat was not exercised when possible.
- 02.Prison sentences varying by the severity of the unauthorized force used.
Verified Citations
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