What is Lawful Defence?

The term “lawful defense” can have different meanings in different legal systems, but it generally refers to the right of individuals to use force to defend themselves or their property from harm. This right is usually codified in criminal statutes, which specify when and how much force can be used in self-defense. For example, under U.S. law, individuals generally have the right to use reasonable force to defend themselves from an attacker, but they cannot freely use deadly force unless they are facing an imminent threat of death or serious bodily injury. Many other countries have similar laws governing self-defense. Some jurisdictions also recognize a concept known as “defense of habitation,” which allows homeowners to use reasonably necessary force