Criminal law Flashcards
1
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what is conduct crime
A
where the conduct itself is criminal and no outcome is required
2
Q
what is consequence crime
A
where it must be proved that the defendant caused the end result
3
Q
what is the burden of proof
A
who has to prove the defendant committed the crime. In criminal law, the prosecution must prove this
4
Q
what is the standard of proof
A
the degree to which a party must prove a case to succeed, the standard of proof is “beyond reasonable doubt”