17-4-20 Arrest without warrant
Amended 2021 (a)(1) An arrest for a crime may be made by a law enforcement officer: (A) Under a warrant; or (B) Without a warrant if: (i) The offense is…
16-3-20 Justification
The fact that a persons conduct is justified is a defense to prosecution for any crime based on that conduct. The defense of justification can be claimed: (1) When the…
16-3-21 Use of force in defense of person
(a) A person is justified in threatening or using force against another when and to the extent that he or she reasonably believes that such threat or force is necessary…
16-3-22 Person rendering assistance to law enforcement
(a) Any person who renders assistance reasonably and in good faith to any law enforcement officer who is being hindered in the performance of his official duties or whose life…
16-3-23 Use of force in defense of habitation
A person is justified in threatening or using force against another when and to the extent that he or she reasonably believes that such threat or force is necessary to…
16-3-23.1 Use or threat of force in defense of habitation, property, self, or others
A person who uses threats or force in accordance with Code Section 16-3-21, relating to the use of force in defense of self or others, Code Section 16-3-23, relating to…
16-3-24 Use of force in defense of property
(a) A person is justified in threatening or using force against another when and to the extent that he reasonably believes that such threat or force is necessary to prevent…
16-3-24.1 Habitation and personal property-Definitions
As used in Code Sections 16-3-23 and 16-3-24, the term habitation means any dwelling, motor vehicle, or place of business, and personal property means personal property other than a motor…
16-3-24.2 Use of force-Justification
A person who uses threats or force in accordance with Code Section 16-3-21, 16-3-23, 16-3-23.1, or 16-3-24 shall be immune from criminal prosecution therefor unless in the use of deadly…