26 Illinois opinions name it 2 courts 1969–2026 8 in the last five years
The cases below were cited by Illinois courts in a sentence that names this issue. Sides come from how each citing opinion treated the case (Syfertize flag on that citation), so a case can appear on both: that is where the law is contested. A red or yellow chip is the case's own overall treatment.
| Case | Followed | Cited |
|---|---|---|
People v. Morgangreen2 sentences2026To raise a claim of self-defense, a defendant must present evidence supporting each of the following elements that justify the use of force in defense of a person: “(1) that force had been threatened against [the] defendant; (2) that [the] defendant was not the aggressor; (3) that the danger of harm was imminent; (4) that the force threatened was unlawful; (5) that [the] defendant actually believed that a danger existed, that the use of force was necessary to avert the danger, and that the kind and amount of force actually used was necessary; and (6) that [the] defendant’s beliefs were reasona 2022However, he is 5 No. 1-16-0892 justified in the use of force which is intended or likely to cause death or great bodily harm only if he reasonably believes that such force is necessary to prevent imminent death or great bodily harm to himself or another, or the commission of a forcible felony.” 720 ILCS 5/7-1(a) (West 2012). ¶ 19 Our supreme court explained the burdens of proof: “[T]o raise a claim of self-defense, a defendant must present evidence supporting each of the following elements which justify the use of force in defense of a person: (1) that force had been threatened against defenda | 5 | 5 |
People v. Ellisgreen2 sentences2024This same lack of reasonableness that defeated the defendant’s self-defense theory would have likewise defeated a defense-of-dwelling defense. ¶ 58 Additionally, “[i]n order to justify the use of force in defense of dwelling, the entry into the dwelling must be unlawful or there must be an attack upon a dwelling.” People v. Ellis, 107 Ill. 2021In short, “[i]n order to justify the use of force in defense of dwelling, the entry into the dwelling must be unlawful or there must be an attack upon a dwelling.” (Emphasis added.) People v. Ellis, 107 Ill. | 4 | 5 |
People v. Leegreen2 sentences2022However, he is 5 No. 1-16-0892 justified in the use of force which is intended or likely to cause death or great bodily harm only if he reasonably believes that such force is necessary to prevent imminent death or great bodily harm to himself or another, or the commission of a forcible felony.” 720 ILCS 5/7-1(a) (West 2012). ¶ 19 Our supreme court explained the burdens of proof: “[T]o raise a claim of self-defense, a defendant must present evidence supporting each of the following elements which justify the use of force in defense of a person: (1) that force had been threatened against defenda 2022However, he is justified in the use of force which is intended or likely to cause death or great bodily harm only if he reasonably believes that such force is necessary to prevent imminent death or 5 No. 1-16-0800 great bodily harm to himself or another, or the commission of a forcible felony.” 720 ILCS 5/7-1(a) (West 2012). ¶ 20 Our supreme court explained the burdens of proof: “[T]o raise a claim of self-defense, a defendant must present evidence supporting each of the following elements which justify the use of force in defense of a person: (1) that force had been threatened against defenda | 4 | 4 |
People v. Jeffriesgreen2 sentences1999See People v. Jeffries, 164 Ill.2d 104, 127-28 , 207 Ill.Dec. 21 , 646 N.E.2d 587 (1995). 1999See People v. Jeffries, 164 Ill. 2d 104, 127-28 (1995). | 2 | 2 |
People v. Chapmangreen2 sentences2024App. 3d 603, 613 (1982) (citing People v. Chapman, 49 Ill. 1982(People v. Chapman (1977), 49 Ill. | 1 | 2 |
People v. Parkergreen1 sentence2024“The issue of whether the jury instructions accurately conveyed to the jury the applicable law is reviewed de novo.” People v. Parker, 223 Ill. 2d 494, 501 (2006) (citing People v. Herron, 215 Ill. 2d 167, 174 (2005)). | 1 | 1 |
People v. Herrongreen1 sentence2024“The issue of whether the jury instructions accurately conveyed to the jury the applicable law is reviewed de novo.” People v. Parker, 223 Ill. 2d 494, 501 (2006) (citing People v. Herron, 215 Ill. 2d 167, 174 (2005)). | 1 | 1 |
| Case | Negative | Cited |
|---|---|---|
| No negative-treatment citations attached to this issue in Illinois. Read the followed side critically anyway. | ||
| Case | Cited | Years |
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People v. Balfour
green
2 sentences1994(People v. Balfour (1986), 148 Ill. 1993(People v. Balfour (1986), 148 Ill. | 4 | 1987–1994 |
People v. Williams
green
2 sentences1989In order to justify the use of force in defense of a person, defendant must satisfy the six elements set forth in People v. Williams (1965), 56 Ill. 1969Defendant cites People v. Williams, 56 Ill App2d 159, 205 NE2d 749 (1965), where it is said (p 165): “ [I] t is settled law that the burden of proof never shifts to the defendant, no matter what his offense may be, and where he pleads self-defense, it is sufficient to acquit him, if his evidence on self-defense, together with all other evidence in the case, creates a reasonable doubt of his guilt.” As to the use of force in defense of person, it is said in chapter 38, section 7-1: “A person is justified in the use of force against another when and to the extent that he reasonably believes that | 3 | 1969–1989 |
People v. Stokes
green
2 sentences1994Furthermore, the use of deadly force is limited to those situations in which (a) the threatened force will cause death or great bodily harm or (b) the force threatened is a forcible felony.” People v. Stokes (1989), 185 Ill. 1991Furthermore, the use of deadly force is limited to those situations in which (a) the threatened force will cause death or great bodily harm or (b) the force threatened is a forcible felony.” (Stokes, 185 Ill. | 2 | 1991–1994 |
People v. Jackson
green
1 sentence2024Id. at 281 . ¶ 42 Our statute that authorizes the use of force in defense of a person states: “A person is justified in the use of force against another when and to the extent that he reasonably believes that such conduct is necessary to defend himself or another against such other’s imminent use of unlawful force. | 1 | 2024–2024 |
People v. Mohr
green
1 sentence2024We again agree with the defendant. - 23 - No. 1-22-1555 ¶ 49 “There must be some evidence in the record to justify an instruction, and it is within the trial court's discretion to determine which issues are raised by the evidence and whether an instruction should be given.” Mohr, 228 Ill. 2d at 65 . | 1 | 2024–2024 |
People v. Collins
green
2 sentences1991Furthermore, the use of deadly force is limited to those situations in which (a) the threatened force will cause death or great bodily harm or (b) the force threatened is a forcible felony." ( Stokes, 185 Ill.App.3d at 655-56 , 133 Ill.Dec. at 699 , 541 N.E.2d at 1137 .) We agree with the above analysis and further hold that when the trier of fact has rejected a defendant's claim of self-defense, the standard of review regarding whether the State proved beyond a reasonable doubt that defendant was not acting in self-defense is the same standard applicable to any other element: The relevant que 1991Furthermore, the use of deadly force is limited to those situations in which (a) the threatened force will cause death or great bodily harm or (b) the force threatened is a forcible felony." ( Stokes, 185 Ill.App.3d at 655-56 , 133 Ill.Dec. at 699 , 541 N.E.2d at 1137 .) We agree with the above analysis and further hold that when the trier of fact has rejected a defendant's claim of self-defense, the standard of review regarding whether the State proved beyond a reasonable doubt that defendant was not acting in self-defense is the same standard applicable to any other element: The relevant que | 1 | 1991–1991 |
People v. Greene
green
1 sentence1988App. 3d 215, 221 .) The use of force in defense of one’s person is justified where: “(1) that force is threatened against the person; (2) the person threatened is not the aggressor; (3) the danger of harm is imminent; (4) the force threatened is unlawful; and (5) the person threatened must actually believe that a danger exists, that the use of force is necessary and that such beliefs are reasonable. [Citations.]” People v. Greene (1987), 160 Ill. | 1 | 1988–1988 |
People v. Williams
green
1 sentence1982App. 3d 8, 17 , 420 N.E.2d 710 .) In order to justify the use of force in defense of dwelling, the entry into the dwelling must be unlawful or there must be an attack upon a dwelling. | 1 | 1982–1982 |
People v. Donaldson
green
2 sentences1982Subsequent to the argument of this case we decided People v. Donaldson (1982), 91 Ill.2d 164 . 1982Subsequent to the argument of this case we decided People v. Donaldson (1982), 91 Ill. 2d 164 . | 1 | 1982–1982 |
People v. Allen
green
2 sentences1975The instruction is that on the use of force in defense of a person. 1 It is proper to give the self-defense instruction only if the issue of self-defense is raised by the evidence. ( People v. Allen, 50 Ill.2d 280 , 278 N.E.2d 762 .) The trial judge refused to give this instruction on the grounds that the evidence did not raise the issue. 1975The instruction is that on the use of force in defense of a person. 1 It is proper to give the self-defense instruction only if the issue of self-defense is raised by the evidence. ( People v. Allen, 50 Ill.2d 280 , 278 N.E.2d 762 .) The trial judge refused to give this instruction on the grounds that the evidence did not raise the issue. | 1 | 1975–1975 |
Counted by distinct opinions that both name this issue and are annotated to the section; sections every opinion cites regardless of issue are not filtered here, so read the counts against the total above.
Opinions by the citing court's state. A doctrine retained in one state and abandoned in another shows up here as a year span that stalls.