The "cultural defense" argues that in domestic violence cases:

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The "cultural defense" argues that an individual's cultural background can be considered a mitigating factor in their violent behavior. However, this argument does not suggest that an immigrant's cultural values take precedence over American law, that women's views of their culture are more important than men's, or that ignorance of the law is an acceptable excuse for domestic violence. While educating immigrants in American law may be beneficial, it is not specifically addressed by the cultural defense argument.

The "Cultural Defense" Argues That in Domestic Violence Cases