Bernardy came to the defense of his friend Harrison in a fight with Wilson. Wilson started the fight, and after Harrison knocked him down, Bernardy (who was wearing tennis shoes) kicked Wilson several times in the head. Bernardy stated that he did so because he believed an onlooker, Gowens, would join forces with Wilson against Harrison. Bernardy maintained that his use of force was justifiable because he was pro­tecting another (Harrison) from injury.

Discuss whether Bernardy’s use of force to pro­tect Harrison from harm was justified.

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The use of force to protect another person from harm is generally recognized as a valid defense in c... View the full answer