Which of the following is not a defence to the tort of Battery-
An overpowering desire to act does not by itself legally justify intentional physical interference with another person. Self-defence, lawful authority and the reasonable…
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Which of the following is not a defence to the tort of Battery-
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An overpowering desire to act does not by itself legally justify intentional physical interference with another person. Self-defence, lawful authority and the reasonable removal of a trespasser may justify otherwise actionable contact, provided the force used remains within the applicable limits.
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