Through out the world and North America, most states allow its law-abiding citizens only reasonable force to be used in self-defense. In most of the cases you can be criminally and or civilly held liable for Excessive and Deadly forces. In a court of law, it is assumed that you are aware of the legal limits of your actions.
General principles- Avoid physical confrontation
- If you are involved in a self-defense altercation:
- Ensure there is no longer a threat
- Call the police as soon as possible
- Identify witnesses
- Call your lawyer. Make no statements to the police or anyone else until your attorney is present.
- You are justified in using lethal force only if you "feared for your life"
US States Self-Defense Laws...
And for fun: dumb US and International Laws
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