The act of a law enforcement official enticing or convincing someone to commit a crime when he or she has expressed a desire not to do so best describes:
A) Ambushing
B) Entrapment
C) Duping
D) Snaring

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Entrapment occurs when law enforcement officials induce a person to commit a crime they would not have otherwise committed. It often involves persuasion or coercion by the police, targeting individuals who have demonstrated a reluctance or no intention to break the law.

The Act of a Law Enforcement Official Enticing or Convincing