QUESTION

Can the female that was defending herself be charged?

Asked on Sep 24th, 2013 on Litigation - Washington
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If pregnant woman strikes or touch another pregnant female and they get into a fight and she loses her fetus at 8 weeks old.
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Michael J. Breczinski
This depends on the amount of force involved to defend herself. You can't defend against a slap with a shot gun. The amount of force has to be reasonable under the circumstances.
Answered on Sep 30th, 2013 at 8:11 PM

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You have given me absolutely no facts to form an answer.
Answered on Sep 26th, 2013 at 3:11 AM

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Of course, because the prosecutor may not believe her story.
Answered on Sep 25th, 2013 at 12:04 PM

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Thomas Edward Gates
The one that initiated the assault would be liable.
Answered on Sep 25th, 2013 at 11:55 AM

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