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Week 3 Discussion: C

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What are the 3 main types of defenses to criminal liability? Alibi, Justification, Excuse
What is a Justification defense? The defendant accepts responsibility for the act but claims what they did was right based on the circumstances.
What is an Excuse defense? The defendant admits what they did was wrong but claims they were not responsible for the act.
What is the difference between a Perfect and Imperfect defense? Perfect defense: Results in acquittal. Imperfect defense: Results in a conviction of a lesser offense.
What 3 circumstances must exist "right now" for Self-Defense to be valid? The necessity is great. It exists right now (imminence). It is for prevention only.
What are the key elements required to prove Self-Defense? Nonaggressor (Unprovoked attack) Necessity Imminence Proportionality Reasonable Belief
Can an aggressor (someone who started the fight) use self-defense? Generally, no. However, there is an exception if they withdraw from the attack.
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