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The document discusses the abolition of the common law plea of provocation and its replacement with the partial defense of loss of control, as established by the Coroners and Justice Act 2009. It critiques the new law for its reliance on the ambiguous requirement of loss of control, arguing that it may lead to injustices for certain defendants, particularly women. The essay also highlights the historical context and criticisms of the old provocation law, emphasizing the challenges in defining self-control a

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eunice.frimps
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