Legal Definitions - perfect self-defense

Perfect self-defense is the use of force to protect oneself, family, or property from a real or threatened attack. It is considered perfect when the force used is necessary and reasonable to repel the attack.

For example, if someone is being physically attacked and they use force to defend themselves, it is considered perfect self-defense if the force used was necessary to stop the attack and was not excessive. However, if someone uses force in response to a perceived threat that is not actually present, it is considered imperfect self-defense.

It is important to note that the use of force in self-defense is only justified if the danger of bodily harm is imminent and force is necessary to avoid it. The law of self-defense varies by jurisdiction, but generally, a person is justified in using a reasonable amount of force in self-defense.

International law also recognizes the right of a state to defend itself against a real or threatened attack. This is known as the right to self-defense.