Self-defense

This telescopic steel security baton is sold to the public in Japan (2009).

Self-defense (self-defence primarily in Commonwealth English) is a countermeasure that involves defending the health and well-being of oneself from harm.[1] The use of the right of self-defense as a legal justification for the use of force in times of danger is available in many jurisdictions.[2]

  1. ^ Dictionary.com's Definition of "Self-Defense". Dictionary.reference.com. Retrieved on 2 June 2012.
  2. ^ Kopel, David B.; Gallant, Paul; Eisen, Joanne D. (2008). "The Human Right of Self-Defense". BYU Journal of Public Law. 22. BYU Law School: 43–178.