Jack is known for being a bully and hurting people. Chet is seated in a bar when Jack walks in and demands that Chet “step outside with him.” Once they are outside, Chet pulls a gun and shoots Jack before Jack punches him. Jack dies and Chet is charged with second-degree murder. Chet claims self-defense at his trial. What is the likely result?

a. Since Chet was protecting himself, he should win.
b. Since Jack had a violent history, Chet was justified in his actions and should win.
c. Chet should lose because he responded with excessive force.
d. a and b, but not c.


c. Chet should lose because he responded with excessive force.

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