Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

statutory defence

noun

/ˈstætʃ.ə.tɔː.ri dɪˈfɛns/

Definition

A legal argument that defends a party against liability or criminal charges based on specific statutes or laws.

Examples

In court, the defendant raised a statutory defence to prove that they acted within the bounds of the law.
The lawyer argued that his client had a statutory defence due to their adherence to safety regulations.

Meaning

Statutory defence refers to defenses that are legally recognized by law. It is based on compliance with specific legal statutes that allow individuals or organizations to shield themselves from legal consequences for particular actions or outcomes.