The law allows for the use of force in self-defense to protect oneself or others from an imminent threat of harm, but it also requires that the force used be reasonable and proportionate to the threat. Generally, a person can use force if they reasonably believe they are in immediate danger. The use of force must be necessary to neutralize the threat and not exceed what is needed to stop it.

The Law permits self defense only when the force used is necessary and proportionate to an immediate threat. It must stop when the danger ends. deadly force is allowed only to prevent serious harm or death. Court assess such cases based on urgency and reasonableness.