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The laws regarding self-defense can be intricate, requiring careful consideration of the use of force, the amount of force, \"USEand reasonableness.<\/p>\n

A defendant determined to have been the aggressor in an affray or fight may regain the right of self-defense (right to use force, including deadly force) when placed in imminent danger of serious bodily harm or death.<\/p>\n

In that event, the legal inquiry would look into whether the aggressor had the reasonable opportunity to retreat.<\/p>\n

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The laws regarding self-defense can be intricate, requiring careful consideration of the use of force, the amount of force, and reasonableness. 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