CJ 320 Criminal Law Midterm questions with correct answers

Self-defense requires what 3 things? Answer 1. Actual belief 2. Reasonable Belief -belief that the individual killed intended to commit a forcible and atrocious crime 3. Imminent Danger Does future harm count as imminent danger? Answer No Who has the burden of proof in self defense cases? Answer The PEOPLE have the burden of proving beyond a REASONABLE DOUBT that the killing was not justified. If the People have not met this burden, you must fine the defendant not guilty. What is a forcible and atrocious act? Answer An act that is believed to threaten life or cause great bodily injury. Name the 4 forcible and atrocious acts? Answer Murder, mayhem, rape or robbery Stand your ground Answer A defendant is not required to retreat. Can defend themselves or pursue an assailant until the imminent danger has PASSED. If you are assaulted w/ fists can you use a deadly weapon in self defense? Answer No, unless a reasonable person person believed the assault would cause great bodily injury.