When an individual commits a crime and claims that he or she committed it under duress, on whom is the burden of proof?

Answer: Offender

Explanation:

Offender is the person is charged for committing any illegal act or crime in terms of law. A person who has violated the law and regulation of the nation is considered that he/she has performed an offensive act even if it is done against the will ...

There are certain penalties and punishment for offender that breaks the law as per their crime. Punishment can include fine payment, jail, community device, death penalty etc. These punishments for offenders are decided by the court.