WARNER, J.
We reverse appellant's conviction of aggravated battery because the trial court fundamentally erred in instructing the jury on appellant's defense of justifiable use of force. The court instructed the jury that appellant was not justified in the use of force if he was "attempting to commit, committing, or escaping after the commission of an aggravated battery." Where, as here, the defendant is charged only with the forcible felony of aggravated battery...
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