Illinois Use-of-Force Explained
Intermediate - What You Can and Cannot Do Under Illinois Use-of-Force Law
Duration: 16 hours
Environment: In Person
$60.00
Fee
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There are no upcoming classes scheduled for this course.
Description
What You’ll Learn
Our comprehensive module breaks down:
- When the use of force is legally justified under 720 ILCS 5/7-1 – 7-4
- The difference between non-deadly and deadly force
- What the law says about defense of self, others, and property
- How Illinois defines dwelling, curtilage, and vehicle defense
- The “reasonable person” standard and how prosecutors evaluate decisions
- Real-world scenarios that demonstrate lawful vs. unlawful decisions
Topics Covered
What You’ll Learn
Our comprehensive module breaks down:
- When the use of force is legally justified under 720 ILCS 5/7-1 – 7-4
- The difference between non-deadly and deadly force
- What the law says about the defense of self, others, and property
- How Illinois defines dwelling, curtilage, and vehicle defense
- The “reasonable person” standard and how prosecutors evaluate decisions
- Real-world scenarios that demonstrate lawful vs. unlawful decisions
- You will receive handouts on the Use of Force. Also a certificate of completion.
Types
Intermediate, Legal Aspects for Use of Force / Avoidance
Documentation Requirements
Requirements
Desire to learn.

