Which of the following is NOT a required action to satisfy excusable self-defense?

• A. Cease The Assault You Are Committing
• B. Retreat To The Wall
• C. Continue The Assault
• D. Take Cover And Call For Help

Answer: (C)

The key idea is that excusable self-defense is about stopping an imminent threat with only the necessary force and then disengaging. Continuing the assault goes beyond stopping the threat and would be incompatible with self-defense, since the goal is to end the aggression, not to pursue or escalate it.

Ceasing the assault you are committing is essential because once the threat is no longer imminent or the attacker is neutralized, continuing to use force isn’t justified. Creating distance or retreat to a safer position helps reduce risk if you can do so safely, which aligns with using only the minimal force needed and getting away from danger. Taking cover and calling for help are prudent steps to ensure safety and to obtain backup, which supports resolving the situation without prolonging harm.

So, the action that does not fit excusable self-defense is the one that involves continuing the assault.