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    __________ Defenses Argue the Act Should Be Excused Because the Defendant
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__________ Defenses Argue the Act Should Be Excused Because the Defendant

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__________ defenses argue the act should be excused because the defendant cannot be held responsible for it.Insanity and duress are examples of these defenses.

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