Defense Statute
/dɪˈfɛns ˈstætʃuːt/
Definitions
- (n.) A statute providing specific legal grounds or conditions under which a defendant may lawfully avoid liability or prosecution.
The defense statute shielded the defendant from criminal charges due to immunity.
Forms
- defense statute
- defense statutes
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Commentary
Typically used in criminal or civil law contexts, defense statutes delineate clear statutory defenses that override general liability; precise drafting ensures scope and applicability are unambiguous.
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