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101 Pa. Code § 19.44. Continuation of sentence beyond enumeration.

§ 19.44. Continuation of sentence beyond enumeration.

 (b)  Use of deadly force.—If the actor believes that:

   (1)  the person against whom force is used is attempting to dispossess him of his dwelling otherwise than under a claim of right to its possession; or

   (2)  force is necessary to prevent the commission of a felony in the dwelling; the use of deadly force is justifiable under this section.



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