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What is the legal definition of duress?

  1. A threat of imminent harm that compels a person to commit a crime.
  2. A state of mind in which a person is unable to control their actions.
  3. A defense to a criminal charge based on the fact that the defendant was forced to commit the crime.
  4. A legal doctrine that allows a person to avoid criminal liability for a crime committed under duress.
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