A person is justified in using physical force, other than deadly physical force, upon another person when and to the extent that he reasonably believes it to be necessary to prevent or terminate the commission or attempted commission by the other person of theft or criminal mischief with respect to property other than premises as defined in Section 13A-3-20.
Structure Code of Alabama
Article 2 - Justification and Excuse.
Section 13A-3-20 - Definitions.
Section 13A-3-22 - Execution of Public Duty.
Section 13A-3-24 - Use of Force by Persons With Parental, Custodial, or Special Responsibilities.
Section 13A-3-25 - Use of Force in Defense of Premises.
Section 13A-3-26 - Use of Force in Defense of Property Other Than Premises.
Section 13A-3-27 - Use of Force in Making an Arrest or Preventing an Escape.
Section 13A-3-28 - Use of Force in Resisting Arrest Prohibited.