Self-Defense

In some cases of assault and murder, the defendant claims they had no choice but to act to protect themselves or others.


Daniel Penny speaks to the camera
Daniel Penny speaks to the camera
Susan Lorincz is led in handcuffs by police
Travis Rudolph smiles in court after his acquittal
Travis Rudolph appears in court
Three members of Ralph Yarl's family wear matching t-shirts that say, 'Ringing a doorbell is not a crime'
Ralph Yarl at first public appearance since shooting
Andrew Lester walks in court
Daniel Penny, center, is walked by New York Police Department detectives
Andrew Lester walks in court
Photo of Lee Merritt and Ralph Yarl sitting on a bench
Andrew Lester appears in court
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Andrew Lester's April 18, 2023 mug shot.
Booking photo of Andrew Lester
Christine Long (left) and Nathan Perry (right) speak to Court TV
Zachary Latham reacts to verdict
Zachary Latham closing arguments
Prosecutor Charles Wettstein delivers closing arguments in NJ v. Latham.
Defense attorney Christine Long delivers closing arguments in NJ v. Latham.