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Chapter 563 - Defense of Justification


  • Section 563.011 Chapter definitions.
  • Section 563.016 Civil remedies unaffected.
  • Section 563.021 Execution of public duty.
  • Section 563.026 Justification generally.
  • Section 563.031 Use of force in defense of persons.
  • Section 563.033 Battered spouse syndrome evidence that defendant acted in self-defense or defense of another — procedure.
  • Section 563.041 Use of physical force in defense of property.
  • Section 563.046 Law enforcement officer's use of force in making an arrest.
  • Section 563.051 Private person's use of force in making an arrest.
  • Section 563.056 Use of force to prevent escape from confinement.
  • Section 563.061 Use of force by persons with responsibility for care, discipline or safety of others.
  • Section 563.070 Accidents an excuse for offense, when.
  • Section 563.074 Justification as an absolute defense, when.
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