2. Defences
Self Defence — Quiz
Test your understanding of self defence with 5 practice questions.
Practice Questions
Question 1
Which section of the Criminal Justice and Immigration Act 2008 (CJIA 2008) provides clarification on the common law defence of self-defence?
Question 2
In the context of self-defence, what is the legal principle that allows for the use of force to prevent an anticipated attack, even if the attack has not yet commenced?
Question 3
When assessing the 'reasonableness' of force used in self-defence, what is the primary consideration regarding the defendant's belief about the threat?
Question 4
A person is attacked in their home by an intruder. They use force that is later deemed to be 'disproportionate' but not 'grossly disproportionate'. Under the 'householder defence', what is the likely outcome?
Question 5
Which of the following best describes the 'objective' element when assessing the proportionality of force used in self-defence?