Which of the following is NOT considered a defense to an intentional tort?

Contributory negligence is not typically considered a defense to an intentional tort. Intentional torts, such as assault, battery, or false imprisonment, are based on the defendant's intention to commit a harmful act rather than a failure to meet a standard of care, which is the basis for negligence claims.

In the case of intentional torts, the focus is on whether the defendant intended to cause harm. Therefore, defenses related specifically to intentional torts include express consent, where the victim agrees to the harmful conduct, and assumption of risk, where the victim knowingly engages in the behavior that leads to the injury. Negligent actions do not apply as a defense in this context either, but they are indeed tied to negligence claims rather than intentional torts.

Thus, since contributory negligence does not address the intent behind the act, it stands out as the option that is not a recognized defense to an intentional tort.