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When the law states that sex with an underage person is a crime even if that person appears to be of legal age and is the aggressor, what should be the result in a court of law?

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This defense is available when it can be shown that the mental illness of the defendant, although not sufficient to establish insanity, caused such lack of capacity that the defendant could not have achieved the requisite intent at the time of the crime:


A) Durham
B) irresistible impulse
C) diminished capacity
D) automatism

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Discuss the differences between the defense of duress and necessity, and explain when it could be used in a serious crime, such as murder.

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Testimony given in evidence at a trial by a person who possesses technical knowledge or skill that is both relevant to the case and not possessed by the average person is:


A) eyewitness testimony
B) direct testimony
C) expert testimony
D) lay testimony

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Discuss the defense of entrapment. Do you believe the requirements make the defense difficult to prove? Why or why not?

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The defense of entrapment is a legal defense that argues that the individual would not have committed the crime if not for the actions of law enforcement. In order to successfully argue entrapment, the defendant must prove two main elements: inducement and lack of predisposition. Inducement refers to the actions of law enforcement or government agents that persuade or encourage the individual to commit the crime. This can include coercion, threats, or promises of reward. Lack of predisposition, on the other hand, refers to the defendant's lack of intent or willingness to commit the crime prior to the inducement. Proving entrapment can be difficult because the defendant must demonstrate that they were not predisposed to commit the crime. This can be challenging, as the prosecution may argue that the defendant was already inclined to commit the crime and that the actions of law enforcement simply provided an opportunity. Additionally, the burden of proof is on the defendant to establish entrapment, which can be a high bar to meet. The defendant must provide evidence to support their claim, and it can be challenging to prove the subjective state of mind and predisposition of the defendant. In conclusion, the requirements for proving entrapment can make the defense difficult to establish. The burden of proof, the subjective nature of predisposition, and the potential for the prosecution to argue against inducement all contribute to the challenges of proving entrapment. However, in cases where there is clear evidence of inducement and lack of predisposition, the defense of entrapment can be a powerful tool in protecting individuals from unjust prosecution.

How can a presumption and the burden of proof be confusing to a jury?

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Explain what a defense is, and describe the types of defenses (e.g., partial and complete).

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The ____________________________ test provides as follows: "A person is not responsible for criminal conduct if at the time of such conduct as a result of mental disease or defect he lacks substantial capacity either to appreciate the criminality of his conduct or to conform his conduct to the requirements of law."


A) M'Naghten
B) Durham
C) irresistible impulse
D) substantial capacity

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The defense of ________________ is often used in forcible rape cases to negate an element of the crime.


A) domestic authority
B) consent
C) condonation
D) victim's conduct

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A defense with an emphasis on the behavior of the government rather than the mind of the defendant, is called:


A) objective entrapment
B) necessity
C) outrageous government conduct
D) patriot defense

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When a defendant offers new factual allegations in an effort to negate the charges against him it is called a(n) _______________ defense.


A) incomplete
B) affirmative
C) perfect
D) imperfect

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Under what circumstances is lethal force allowed in self-defense?

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At common law, what were the age groups created to determine the validity of an infancy defense? Explain the presumptions associated with each category.

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At common law, the age groups created to...

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The most frequently used test for insanity is the:


A) Durham test
B) M'Naghten rule
C) irresistible impulse test
D) substantial capacity test

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The general rule is that you may not use deadly force to protect:


A) others
B) people you do not know
C) your parents
D) property

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The rules regarding the use of deadly force in pursuit of a suspect were changed after the case of __________________ , in which the police were attempting to stop a suspect who ran from them.


A) State v. Lively
B) Sherman v. United States
C) Tennessee v. Garner
D) Sorrells v. United States

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Which of the insanity defenses do you prefer? Explain why.

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As a non-legal professional, I do not have a preference for any specific insanity defense. However, I believe that the insanity defense should be used judiciously and only in cases where there is clear evidence of a severe mental illness that significantly impaired the defendant's ability to understand the nature of their actions or to conform their behavior to the law. It is important for the legal system to balance the need for justice with the recognition of mental illness as a mitigating factor in criminal behavior. Ultimately, the decision of which insanity defense to use should be based on the specific circumstances of the case and the expert opinions of mental health professionals.

List and discuss the elements of self-defense. Further, explain the defense known as the castle doctrine and the general rule associated with this defense.

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Self-defense is a legal concept that all...

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Discuss the abolition of the insanity defense in some jurisdictions, and explain their reasons.

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The abolition of the insanity defense in...

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The battered person syndrome defense differs from the defense of self-defense in that the element of ___________________ is not required in battered person syndrome.


A) adequate provocation
B) imminent danger
C) retreat
D) reasonableness on the part of the defendant

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