The Common Law Recognized That _______ Can Be a Defense

question 51

Essay

The common law recognized that _______ can be a defense to criminal charges if the defendant had been subjected to threats of harm that led to well-grounded apprehensions of death or serious bodily harm if the prohibited act was not done.

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Definitions:

Perceived Inequity

The feeling or belief that fairness has not been maintained in social exchanges or distribution of resources.

Change Outcomes

The process of influencing or altering the results or consequences of actions to achieve a desired goal.

Change Hierarchy

An organizational or systematic way of prioritizing alterations or amendments in processes, behaviors, or structures within a group or system.

Investing More Effort

The action of dedicating additional energy and resources towards achieving a task or goal.