Tim was charged with theft after he took a canoe from a cottage, paddled it 5 kilometres down a river, and abandoned it. He claims that he was lost and that he needed to use the canoe for his survival. Which of the following approaches is Tim using for his defence?

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Tim is using justification for his defence, arguing that his actions were necessary for his survival, which is a reason that makes the act acceptable under the circumstances.

Tim Was Charged with Theft After He Took a Canoe