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Match each of the following defenses to crimes with the
appropriate description / definition of it.
Mistake of Fact
Entrapment
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Coercion by threat of serious bodily harm is a defense to criminal conduct other than murder
Honest and reasonable belief that conduct is not criminal is a defense
Individuals may use reasonable force to protect themselves, other individuals, and their property
Inducement by a law enforcement official to commit a crime is a defense

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Final answer:

Mistake of Fact and Entrapment are defenses to criminal conduct, while Coercion by threat of serious bodily harm can be considered under duress defense.


Explanation:

Mistake of Fact: An honest and reasonable belief that conduct is not criminal can serve as a defense. For example, if someone mistakenly believes they are acting in self-defense, it could be a mistake of fact defense.
Entrapment: If law enforcement induces someone to commit a crime, entrapment can be a defense. This defense focuses on the tactics used by law enforcement, whether subjective (defendant's predisposition) or objective (inducing a law-abiding person).

Coercion by threat of serious bodily harm: This defense, termed duress, involves the defendant facing a threat of serious bodily harm or death, leading them to commit a crime. The duress defense requires an objectively reasonable belief in the necessity to commit the crime to avoid harm.


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