autorikaitses
Autorikaitses refers to the legal concept of self-defense in Estonian law. It is codified within the Penal Code and outlines the circumstances under which an individual is permitted to use force to protect themselves or others from an unlawful attack. The core principle is that the defensive action must be necessary and proportionate to the threat faced.
For a defense to be considered lawful, it must meet specific criteria. Firstly, there must be an
Estonian law recognizes that individuals have a right to defend themselves, even if this involves causing harm