1. In order to use deadly force against another, the attacker must truly have the ability to kill or cause great bodily harm. This "ability” may come in the form of having a dangerous or deadly weapon or a disparity of force exists between the victim and the attacker. Select all the items below that represent a "disparity of force".
2. Everything you need to know about gun laws and use of force can be learned by reading the state statutes.
True False
3. AOJ-P is short for Ability, Opportunity, Jeopardy and Preclusion. If all four elements are satisfied, the use of deadly force is generally authorized. The AOJ-P analysis is used to identify a real threat and imminence of the danger being faced.
4. For a self-defense shooting, the preferred aiming point is the largest center of exposed mass which in many cases is the center chest.
5. A claim of self-defense requires that you be an innocent party and a reluctant participant in the altercation.
6. When selecting a firearm, size, weight and caliber are considerations to keep in mind.
7. Outside of your place of abode, you may only use deadly force in self-defense if you believe the threat of death or great bodily harm exists.
8. Minnesota statute 609.065 specifically covers the justifiable taking of human life.
9. Anytime a firearm is used defensively, regardless of whether or not a shot is fired, it is important to notify the police as soon as it is safe to do so. The reason for this is the fact that the would-be criminal might decide to call 911 to report that someone (you) just pulled a gun on him. Generally, the first person to call 911 is the victim.
10. Regarding the color codes of awareness, when outside the home, you should be at condition yellow (aware of your surroundings)
11. In the State of Minnesota, your Permit to Carry information is available in the Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) database e.g. part of your driver license information or vehicle registration information.
12. Regarding the color codes of awareness, condition "blue" represents an attack is about to happen immediately.
13. Never use deadly force against another unless you are in fear of immediate death or great bodily harm, you are innocent, you are a reluctant participant in the altercation, no opportunity to retreat or avoid the use of deadly force exists and your use of deadly force will not put innocent bystanders in jeopardy.
14. Current laws (criminal or civil) shield Good Samaritans.
15. Modern revolvers will typically hold between five (5) and six (6) rounds in the cylinder. Depending on caliber, a revolver may hold as many as seven (7) rounds, e.g., some .22 caliber revolvers.
How many legs on a typical dog? (e.g: 5)