A Defense in Which the Defendant Admits Responsibility for the Act

question 50

True/False

A defense in which the defendant admits responsibility for the act that occurred but claims that, under the circumstances, the act was not criminal is an alibi.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Competence

The ability to understand, process, and utilize information effectively.

Social Compensation

The effort to perform at a higher level in social situations where one feels inferior or has experienced rejection, in order to compensate for perceived shortcomings.

Self-Esteem

The perception that an individual has of their self-worth, shaped by their thoughts, emotions, and experiences.

Social Facilitation

The tendency for individuals to perform differently, often better, when in the presence of others than when alone, due to the perceived pressure of an audience or competition.