Harley induces Gene to sign a contract by placing a gun to Gene's head.The contract is void

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This situation involves duress, which is the use of force or threats to induce someone to enter into a contract. Contracts entered into under duress are voidable, meaning that the injured party can choose to either enforce or rescind the contract. In extreme cases, such as this one where a gun was used, the contract is considered void from the beginning, which means that it is as if the contract never existed. This applies under any circumstances regardless of whether the contract has an illegal purpose, whether the terms are unfair, or even whether the gun was loaded.

Harley Induces Gene to Sign a Contract by Placing a Gun