Principle

CRIMINAL LAW — Defences — Self-Defence — When Unavailable to Accused

Area of law
CRIMINAL LAW
Court
Supreme Court

Self-defence may be unavailable where the accused's actions are physically implausible given his injuries. The principle applies to criminal law.

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