When using the defense of duress, defendants admit they committed the crime but did so only because they

a. were ordered to do so by a superior
b. were forced to become intoxicated or drugged
c. were tricked by law enforcement
d. were threatened with death or serious bodily injury if they did not commit the crime


d

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