3. Criminal Law

Defenses Criminal — Quiz

Test your understanding of defenses criminal with 5 practice questions.

Practice Questions

Question 1

Which defense asserts that a defendant's actions were justified because they were necessary to prevent a greater harm, even if the harm was not directly caused by another person's threat?

Question 2

What is the legal standard of proof typically required for a defendant to establish an affirmative defense, such as self-defense or duress, in most jurisdictions?

Question 3

A defendant is charged with assault after physically harming an attacker who initiated an unprovoked attack. Which defense is most likely to be raised?

Question 4

Which type of intoxication can potentially negate the 'mens rea' (guilty mind) for specific intent crimes, but generally not for general intent crimes?

Question 5

A person commits arson to create a firebreak and prevent a larger, uncontrolled wildfire from destroying a town. Which defense would be most appropriate?