If the Harm Sought to Be Avoided by Committing the Crime

question 60

Short Answer

If the harm sought to be avoided by committing the crime is greater than the harm of the crime itself, the defendant may have the defense of ____________.

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Definitions:

Monopolists

Entities that are the sole providers of a product or service in a market, allowing them to control prices.

Competitive Market

A market structure characterized by many buyers and sellers, free entry and exit, and a homogeneous product, leading to price-taking behavior.

Interest Rates

The cost of borrowing money, typically expressed as a percentage of the principal, charged by lenders to borrowers for the use of funds.

Wine Barrels

Containers traditionally made of oak wood, used for aging and storing wine to enhance its flavor and quality.