Originally Posted by TheSquealer

There is zero evidence to suggest that Zimmerman "started a fight". Following someone while on the phone with 911 and trying to guide police to them is not "starting a fight". There is evidence to suggest that Martin started a fight and climbed on top of him and continued to beat him as he cried for help. That evidence includes an eye witness which testified to that. Manslaughter? Possibly. 2nd degree murder? Not a chance.

As for your irrelevant hypothetical which not only lacks specific facts but that relies heavily on state law, i would say this. You are a smart guy. You are aware that at the end of the day, you generally have to prove you thought your life was in imminent danger or that you faced serious bodily harm. It's what was happening at that exact moment that matters.