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When People Break the Law in Order to Save Themselves

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When people break the law in order to save themselves or prevent a greater harm,they will likely use the defense of _______ in court.


Definitions:

Stare Decisis

A legal principle which dictates that courts are obliged to respect the precedent established by previous decisions.

Jurisprudence

The study of law and the structure of the legal system.

Historical School

A theory or approach emphasizing the importance of historical context and evolution in the study of law, culture, or economics.

United States Code

A compilation of the general and permanent federal laws of the United States, organized by subject matter.

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