Under what circumstances is a person justified in using deadly force according to PC 9.32?

The justification for using deadly force according to PC 9.32 specifically states that it is permissible when such force is immediately necessary to protect oneself against another person's use or attempted use of unlawful deadly force. This definition aligns with the concept of self-defense, which allows individuals to respond with proportionate force when facing a threat to their own life or safety.

In circumstances where someone is confronted with the imminent threat of deadly force, engaging in defensive actions—including the use of deadly force—is seen as a reasonable response to ensure personal safety. The law emphasizes the necessity of immediate protection in situations where the threat is urgent and life-threatening.

Other scenarios, such as merely protecting property, suspecting minor theft, or wanting to detain a suspect until law enforcement arrives, do not meet the stringent requirements for justifying deadly force. Protection of property does not warrant deadly force, nor does suspicion of minor crimes justify such a severe response. Additionally, the intention to detain a suspect lacks the immediacy of threat necessary for establishing a justified use of force in self-defense.