Explain the Rule About Introducing Evidence of the Defendant's Ability

question 54

Essay

Explain the rule about introducing evidence of the defendant's ability to commit the crime.Give three examples of evidence that can be used for this purpose.

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Definitions:

Babysitters

Individuals, often hired, who take care of children temporarily in the absence of the children's primary caregivers.

Rape Myths

False beliefs or stereotypes about rape, its victims, and perpetrators, which often serve to justify sexual aggression and victim blaming.

Coercive Sex

Coercive sex involves the use of force, threats, or manipulation to engage another person in sexual activities without their consent.

Proclivity

A natural inclination or predisposition towards something, particularly a strong inherent preference for certain behaviors or activities.