Asked by Alseny Sylla on May 07, 2024
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Kathleen finds Grant trying to break into her saddle room. She shoves him down and calls the police to arrest him. Grant sues Kathleen for battery. Kathleen can use which of the following defenses?
A) Consent
B) Self-defense
C) Defense of others
D) Defense of property
Battery
An intentional unconsented physical contact or use of force against another person, causing harm or offense.
Self-Defense
The right to defend oneself or others against physical harm or death through the use of reasonable force.
Defense Of Property
The use of reasonable force to protect one's property from harm threatened by another. The use of deadly force in defending one's property is seldom justified.
- Understand the defenses available in a tort action.
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surbhi talwarMay 14, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Kathleen can use "Defense of property" as a defense because she was protecting her property (the saddle room) from being broken into by Grant.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the defenses available in a tort action.