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In Iowa, when can you legally use deadly force in self-defense?

  1. When there is a perceived threat

  2. To protect property

  3. If you are in immediate and unavoidable danger of death or great bodily harm

  4. Whenever you feel threatened in public

The correct answer is: If you are in immediate and unavoidable danger of death or great bodily harm

In Iowa, the laws regarding self-defense allow for the use of deadly force only in the case of immediate and unavoidable danger of death or great bodily harm. This means that options A and D are incorrect because they are not specific enough and do not require the individual to be in imminent danger. Option B is also incorrect because it is not considered a justifiable reason for using deadly force in self-defense. It is important to note that the use of deadly force is a last resort and should only be used when absolutely necessary for self-protection.