Multistate Bar Examination Practice Question

The most appropriate defense is consent. In contact sports, players implicitly consent to physical contact that is within the rules and customs of the game. A hockey check is a recognized and accepted aspect of the sport when performed within the bounds of the game rules. However, actions that exceed the expectations of commonly accepted conduct, such as intentionally injuring another player in a way not customary to the sport, would fall outside the scope of consent. Incorrect options, such as privilege of self-defense, are inapplicable here as the facts do not indicate any threat or need for defensive action. Parental privilege is equally inapplicable since the scenario involves professional athletes, not a parent-child relationship.