Explain the entrapment defense. How is this an “affirmative” defense? What is the danger inherent in posing such a defense? Give a hypothetical scenario in which a defendant might attempt to argue entrapment but would be unsuccessful. Explain the defendant’s failure to argue this defense.

What will be an ideal response?


Entrapment is an affirmative defense because it must be raised by the defendant, who is typically required to establish inducement by a government agent.

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