"special defence" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Forms: special defences [plural]
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  1. (Scots law) Any of various defences (such as mental disorder or coercion) that may be raised in criminal proceedings upon notice by the accused ahead of the trial, and which if established will result in an acquittal. Categories (topical): Scots law
    Sense id: en-special_defence-en-noun-Gzs~1XCI Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry

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