Political defense

A political defense is one used by a defendant that relies on political arguments for acquittal. The necessity defense can sometimes be used for this purpose,[1] and shadow defenses are also sometimes used. In countries that have jury trials, the defendant may seek jury nullification.

References

  1. ^ Steven M. Bauer and Peter J. Eckerstrom (May 1987). "The State Made Me Do It: The Applicability of the Necessity Defense to Civil Disobedience". Stanford Law Review 39 (5): 1173–1200.