State v. Freeman

Defendant appeals his conviction for assault in the second degree. ORS 163.165. He raises three assignments of error. We address only his contention that the trial court erred in denying a requested jury instruction on self-defense.

These facts are undisputed. Johnson, the alleged victim, worked as a “bouncer” at several Eugene area bars and restaurants. On at least one occasion, Johnson had removed defendant from a local establishment. On the evening of July 22, 1989, Johnson and some friends were in a Eugene restaurant, when Johnson encountered defendant and they argued.

The other facts are…