In New Jersey, self defense law (NJSA 2C-3-4(a)) states that if you are in a situation where you fear for your life or the life of someone else, you are entitled to protect yourself by taking reasonable actions to defend yourself against the attack.  In other words, “the use of force upon or toward another … Continue reading But It Was Self Defense! [3 Situations When Self-defense May be Warranted in New Jersey]