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Froogle 1.1.1.7
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Elias Makere, FSA, MAAA
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DURESS

refers to conduct that has the effect of compelling another person to do something that he/she would not otherwise do. It is a recognized defense to any act (such as a crime; a contractual breach) or tort. Crimes and torts, of course, require volition/mens-rea – in order to create liability.

see coercion; involuntary.

EXAMPLE:

Jane is held at gunpoint until she agrees to help some people rob a bank. At her trial for the robbery, Jane pleads duress and explains what happened. At the conclusion of trial, the jury finds that Jane was [indeed] under duress. Therefore, they acquit her.
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