Module 5: Defenses
Justification (the act was the right thing to do) and excuse (the act was wrong, but the defendant shouldn’t be held responsible) — the last piece of the puzzle, closing out the course. Every section below is pre-written and deterministic; nothing is AI-generated.
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This course teaches general criminal law doctrine using original hypothetical scenarios. It does not provide legal advice about any specific situation and does not create an attorney-client relationship. For advice about your own circumstances, consult a licensed attorney.