Discussion Post: Elements of Self- Defense
Overview:
You own a convenience store and you have been robbed numerous times in the recent past. On Friday night, about 15 minutes before closing, a male comes in and seems to be just walking around the store and appears to be suspicious. He has his right hand in his pocket. As the male approaches the counter you grab your handgun and shoot him dead. The police arrive, investigate and arrest you for murder. The item the male was holding was his cell phone.
Your defense attorney mounts a self-defense case on your behalf. Describe the elements of self- defense that your defense attorney will argue on your behalf. Then, provide an argument as to why you will or will not prevail in court.
Instructions:
Describe the elements of self-defense that your defense attorney will argue on your behalf. Then, provide an argument as to why you will or will not prevail in court.
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.