Plausible Deniability
/ˈplɔːzəbəl dɪˌnaɪəˈbɪləti/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal concept where a person can legitimately deny knowledge of or responsibility for any wrongdoing due to lack of evidence linking them to the act.
The defendant claimed plausible deniability when there was no direct proof of their involvement.
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Plausible deniability is often used in contexts involving indirect involvement or deliberate ignorance, highlighting the importance of proving intent or knowledge in legal culpability.
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