What are the elements of perfect self-defense?
California, United States of America
The following excerpt is from People v. Pedro B. (In re Pedro B.), B298954 (Cal. App. 2020):
"The subjective elements of [perfect] self-defense and imperfect self-defense are identical. Under each theory, the appellant must actually believe in the need to defend himself against imminent peril to life or great bodily injury." (People v.
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