Elements Of Crime Flashcards
1
Q
What is the latin term to the act or omission that constitutes an offense?
A
Actus reus
2
Q
Which type of Offense requires that the crown prove that an act was committed for an explicit purpose?
A
Specific intent
3
Q
What type of Offense does not include the elements of intent?
A
Strict liability
4
Q
Define Mens Rea
A
Guilty mind; intent; knowledge, recklessness/ negligence
5
Q
What is an included offense?
A
An offense in which all of the elements of that offense are contained in another offense that has been charged
6
Q
What are the two categories of defense strategies?
A
Statutory & common law
7
Q
To what type of Offense can defense of self induced intoxication apply?
A
General intent
