In any prosecution based on conduct which is justifiable under this chapter, justification is a defense.
18 Pa.C.S. § 502
Justification a defense
Known as the Crimes Code
The act spans §§ 18-101 to 18-9546 (603 sections).
Official source: Pennsylvania General Assembly. Reproduced from public-domain Pennsylvania statutes; confirm against the official source for the current text. Not legal advice.