Pacifisn

Most recently, the topic that I seem to find interesting deals with pacifism. More specifically, I wonder what the actions and obligations of a true pacifist would be. It is somewhat of a given that a pacifist would opt to the nonviolent way of handling a situation, especially when only looking out for themselves. But how would, or should, a pacifist handle a situation that doesn't effect them, but others. Does a pacifist have the right to refuse to defend the innocent, and still claim to be a pacifist? It seems that there is no easy solution to this predicament. While attempting to preserve the overall well-being of innocent people, you would have to harm or endanger another. Another issue, then, if you choose "complete pacifism" and never react to that kind of situation, would be whether or not it is expected that others collectively do the same. I feel that this would be close to impossible without a sort or chaos. For example, law enforcement would not be nearly as effective if they were to act as pacifists in all situations. Pacifism seems to be very debatable, both collectively and individually.