North Carolina Concealed Handgun Permit (CHP) Practice Exam

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What is a major factor in determining whether the use of deadly force in self-defense is justified?

The type of weapon the attacker has
If the attacker has visibly stolen something
The ability, opportunity, and intent of the attacker to cause serious harm or death
If the attacker is under the influence of drugs or alcohol

The correct answer is: The ability, opportunity, and intent of the attacker to cause serious harm or death

Context When determining whether the use of deadly force in self-defense is justified, it is important to consider the ability, opportunity, and intent of the attacker to cause serious harm or death. This means that the attacker must have the physical and mental capability to cause harm, have the immediate means to do so, and have the intention to do so. Just having a weapon or being under the influence of drugs or alcohol does not automatically make the use of deadly force justified. Therefore, options A and D are incorrect. Option B is also incorrect because the attacker visibly stealing something does not necessarily indicate intent to cause harm or death. It is the attacker's behavior and actions that should be considered, rather than their possessions.