In any prosecution based on conduct which is justifiable under this chapter, justification is a defense.
Structure Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes
Pennsylvania Consolidated & Unconsolidated Statutes
Title 18 - CRIMES AND OFFENSES
Chapter 5 - General Principles of Justification
Section 502 - Justification a defense
Section 503 - Justification generally
Section 504 - Execution of public duty
Section 505 - Use of force in self-protection
Section 506 - Use of force for the protection of other persons
Section 507 - Use of force for the protection of property