Self-Defense

The defendant claimed he acted in self-defense, arguing that the victim attacked him first.

1. Klein v. Martin

2. Jurisdiction: United States (California) (January 26, 2026)
3. VictimsLily KleinDefendantsDaniel MartinPlaintiffsEmily KleinInvestigatorsDetective Sarah ChenProsecutorsMichael TorresDefense AttorneysRachel AdamsPlaintiff AttorneysBenjamin FosterJudgesJudge Robert H. LangstonInstitutionsLos Angeles Police DepartmentCalifornia Superior Court, Los Angeles County
4. Case Tags: Murder;Self-Defense;Wrongful Death;Jury Trial