34. Commencement and continuance of right of private defence of property

The right of private defence of property commences when a reasonable apprehension of danger to the property commences.

The right of private defence of property against sariqah continues till the offender has effected his retreat with the property or either the assistance of the public authorities is obtained or the property has been recovered.

The right of private defence of property against hirabah continues as long as the offender causes or attempts to cause to any person death or hurt or wrongful restraint, or as long as the fear of instant death, of instant hurt, or of instant personal restraint continues.