Asked by Raghad Abdelaal on Apr 26, 2024

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Which of the following is not a defense to assault and battery charges?

A) Consent
B) Self-defense
C) Defense of others
D) None of these choices is correct.

Assault Charges

Legal accusations pertaining to the attempt or threat to physically harm another person, which can result in criminal proceedings.

Battery Charges

Legal accusations involving the unlawful physical acting upon a threat, distinct from assault which is the act of creating apprehension of such contact.

Defense

A legal strategy or argumentation employed to protect, justify, or exculpate one's actions in a litigation setting.

  • Pinpoint and detail the arguments used to counter allegations of assault and battery.
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Recel CabralMay 01, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
All the options listed (Consent, Self-defense, Defense of others) are recognized defenses to assault and battery charges, meaning none of the choices provided is an example of something that is not a defense to such charges.