other features of crime
how many principles that fully appreciate contemporary understanding of crime
5
What is Concurrence?
It is the act and mental state of a person occurring at the same time.
What does Mens Rea mean?
"Guilty Mind"
Is it necessary for the planned crime to be completed in order for people in a conspiracy to be arrested?
No, it is not necessary for the final act.
What does Actus Reus mean?
Latin for “guilty act”.
what are the 3 features that are sufficient to constitute the essence of the legal concept of crime.
actus, reus,mens rea
If a man tried to kill another man in his house but does it outside instead. Is that an example of Concurrence?
No.
What does the idea of Mens Rea believe in?
The idea believes that a person's actions depend on their mental state.
Do all conspiracies need actions to prove the crime?
No, not all do.
Is simply thinking about or admitting to a crime enough for it to be Actus Reus?
No, simply thinking about or admitting to a crime is not enough-action is required.
bulletin point of causation
refers to the fact that the concurrence of a guilty mind and a criminal act may cause harm
If a man kills another man where they were originally planning is that an example of Concurrence?
Yes.
What are the four types of Mens Rea?
Purposeful, knowing, reckless, and negligent.
What do some places require as proof of conspiracy?
An “overt act.”
True or False, were vagrancy laws struck down because it didn't specify the criminal act.
True.
bulletin point of resulting harm
the damage or injruy that occurs as a direct consequence of an action
What two things do you need in a crime in order for it to be concurrence?
Act and intent
What is Strict Liability?
Liability without fault or intention(no intent needs to be given to prove that a person is guilty).
Are conspiracy crimes the same as the planned crimes?
No, they are separate crimes.
bulletin point of Principle of legality
highlights the face that a behavior cannot be criminal if no law exits
Why would successfully committing a crime be an example of concurrence?
There is an act and intent.
Why is there an ongoing controversy on Mens Rea?
Because federal statutes are silent on intent, creating controversy when people face criminal penalties for unknowing or accidental violations of complex laws.
Can a criminal agreement alone justify arrest?
Yes, even without actions taken.
What does reckless behavior refer to?
Actions that increase the risk of harm.