An affirmative defense in a criminal trial arises when the prosecutor affirms the facts as presented by the defendant.

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An affirmative defense in a criminal trial is a defense where the defendant admits to committing the crime but argues that they should not be held liable because of certain circumstances, such as self-defense or insanity. The prosecutor does not affirm the facts as presented by the defendant in this defense.

An Affirmative Defense in a Criminal Trial Arises When the Prosecutor