Self-Defense and Legality Overview

The right to use force to protect oneself from harm.

Self-defense is allowed by law.

Some people, like police or soldiers, might be obligated to defend.

In most cases, killing someone in self-defense is not a legal duty, except for those with a defined legal obligation.

Using force to protect oneself doesn't automatically mean one is obligated to kill.

It's legal to act in self-defense to protect yourself from harm, but you are not obligated to kill the attacker. You are allowed to use force to defend yourself, but not required to take a life.

Unless your job requires it (like police or soldiers), you are not obligated to kill someone even when acting in self-defense. Your primary goal is to protect yourself, not necessarily end the attacker's life.

The law allows you to use force to defend yourself, but it doesn't require you to kill the attacker. You are not responsible for ensuring the attacker's safety but only for protecting yourself.

Only those who have a duty by their office or position, like police and soldiers, are obligated to defend, potentially using deadly force. Regular citizens are not required to kill in self-defense.