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affirmative defense

Definition

Defendant's statement (usually filed in response to the prosecution's charge) that discloses new facts which, if proved, will defeat the prosecution's case. Claim of contributory negligence or duress in civil cases, and of insanity or self defense in criminal cases, are some of the affirmative defenses.

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