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In a stricter sense

Categories: Criminal Law

Definition (1910 Edition)

defense is used to denote the answer made by the defendant to the plaintiff’s action, by demurrer or plea at law or answer in equity. This is the meaning of the term in Scotch law. Ersk. Inst. 4, 1, 66.
Source: Black's Law Dictionary, 2nd Edition (1910) — Public Domain. UK commentary and modern updates are original additions. This entry is for educational reference only and does not constitute legal advice.