Section 14.14 Outrageous Government Conduct

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g. (§14.14) Outrageous Government Conduct

Outrageous government conduct is a related defense. This defense was recognized in United States v. Russell, 411 U.S. 423 (1973). See alsoState v. Shannon, 892 S.W.2d 761 (Mo. App. W.D. 1995). It is a due process defense distinct from entrapment, and it may apply even though the defendant had a predisposition. See:

· United States v. Bueno, 447 F.2d 903 (5^th Cir. 1971);

· United States v. West, 511 F.2d 1083 (3^rd Cir. 1975);

· United States v. Twigg, 588 F.2d 373...