Jane was attacked by an unknown man. She was able tofree herself and ran to a nearby house, with the man chasing closebehind. She screamed and knocked at the door of the house. Theoccupants of the house opened the door, and she requested refuge.The occupant refused, but Jane forced her way into the house. Togain entry, Jane had to strike the occupant. Once inside, she usedthe telephone to contact the police, who responded within minutes.At the insistence of the occupants of the house, Jane has beencharged with trespass and battery. Does she have a defense?Explain.
