R v Hasan [2005] — duress and the limits of the necessity defence
The House of Lords clarified when duress can excuse criminal conduct — and crucially, when it cannot. This case remains the leading authority on the defence.
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The House of Lords clarified when duress can excuse criminal conduct — and crucially, when it cannot. This case remains the leading authority on the defence.
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