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Police investigate an incident, prosecutors charge a suspect, and the defendant challenges a key part of the case. A defendant used force after a threat but evidence showed a safe retreat option. The parties disagree about the legal effect of those facts. Which statement is most accurate?

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Stop the analysis once the proponent states a plausible rule, without addressing the strongest counterargument. Reject the claim or defense solely because the opposing party disputes a required fact. Import a rule from a nearby issue instead of applying the rule triggered by these facts. The court should resolve the motion by applying the operative rule to the government conduct and its effect at trial: Criminal defenses turn on justification, excuse, burden allocation, imminence, proportionality, retreat or withdrawal where relevant, and whether the defense negates an element.

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