UJI 13-1631A. Justification offered; balance of factors.

Defendant states that Defendant was justified in [acting] [failing to act] on the basis that ________________________ (insert statement of justification). Defendant’s justification must be balanced to determine if it outweighs any motive of defendant to injure plaintiff. In determining whether defendant’s [act] [failure to act] was justifiable or not under the circumstances, you must weigh the following factors: 1. The nature and seriousness of the harm to the plaintiff; 2. The fairness or unfairness of the means used by the defendant; 3. Defendant’s motive or motives; and 4. The value to defendant or to society in general of the interests advanced by the defendant’s conduct.