In what circumstances will a defendant be able to justify the killing of his opponent by making a statement of intent?
California, United States of America
The following excerpt is from People v. Garcia, A127673 (Cal. App. 2011):
8. See People v. Button (1895) 106 Cal. 628, 632 ("In order for an assailant to justify the killing of his adversary, he must not only endeavor to really and in good faith withdraw from the combat, but he must make known his intentions to his adversary.")
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