Legal Lexicon

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Physical Assault

A physical assault is the use of bodily force against individuals. Learn more about the law and consequences—now in the detailed encyclopedia article!

Attack

An attack describes an offensive action against a target. Learn more about motives, types, and consequences – discover the details in the article!

Necessary Defense

Necessary defense protects against unjustified attacks. Learn in the glossary how the law and its limits are precisely defined – read now!

Self-Defense

Self-defense permits protection against an attack for personal safety. Learn in this article when and how self-defense is legally applicable – protect yourself correctly!