Question
Lawrence loved gardening. He especially loved his prized petunias. Members of a biker gang liked to ride their bikes through a shortcut in the back part of Lawrence’s property, where his petunia garden grew. Lawrence became upset with these bikers because they always damaged his garden when they rode through. One day, Lawrence heard the bikers coming, grabbed his shotgun, and ran out of the house, shooting in the direction of the bikers. “Yes! I got one!” exclaimed Lawrence as one of the shotgun bucks struck a biker. “That’ll teach them to mess with my petunias!” If the biker sues Lawrence for battery, Lawrence will likely:
A win because even though the elements are met, he can use defense of property as a justification.
B lose because all elements are met and there are no valid defenses.
C lose because the actions are criminal.
D win because even though the elements are met, he can use self defense as a justification.
This question is taken from Law 4 – The Legal Environment of Business » Spring 2020 » Midterm Exam
