Most states,under the influence of the MPC have adopted an act-at-peril rule in which the actor can claim the defense as long as he or she uses force based on what reasonably appears necessary.

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The Model Penal Code (MPC) does not adopt an "act-at-peril" rule; instead, it allows for the use of force in self-defense based on what the actor believes is necessary, as long as that belief is reasonable.

Most States,under the Influence of the MPC Have Adopted an Act-At-Peril