California · Penal Code
PEN §692: Lawful resistance to the commission of a public offense may be made: 1.
Civil
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This statute defines who may lawfully resist the commission of a public offense: the person who would be harmed, or other parties.
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Lawful resistance to the commission of a public offense may be made: 1. By the party about to be injured; 2. By other parties.
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