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A.S.C.A. § 46.3301 Definitions
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As used in this chapter: (a) “Deadly force” means physical force which the actor uses with the purpose of causing or which he knows to create a substantial risk of causing death or serious physical injury. (b) “Dwelling” means any building or inhabitable structure, whether perman…
A.S.C.A. § 46.3302 Civil remedies unaffected
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The fact that conduct is justified under this chapter does not abolish nor impair any remedy for that conduct which is available in any civil action. History: 1979, PL 16-43 § 2.
A.S.C.A. § 46.3303 Execution of public duty
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(a) Unless inconsistent with the provisions of this chapter defining the justifiable use of physical force, or with some other provision of law, conduct which would otherwise constitute an offense is justifiable and not criminal when that conduct is required or authorized by a st…
A.S.C.A. § 46.3304 Justification-Avoidance of harm or evil
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(a) Conduct which the actor believes to be necessary to avoid a harm or evil to himself or to another is justifiable; provided, that: (1) the harm or evil sought to be avoided by the conduct is greater than that sought to be prevented by the law defining the offense charged; (2) …