Quiz - Law in Action

Question 1

what is ‘legal capacity’

Answer 1

legal capacity refers to the ability of a person to do something

Question 2

what are the elements that need to be proven to convict someone of a crime

Answer 2

Actus reus (guilty act) and mens rea (guilty mind)

Question 3

what are the features of actus reus?

Answer 3

1. the crime was done
2. done by the accused
3. done voluntarily (not under force)

Question 4

what forms can mens rea take?

Answer 4

1. being negligent (e.g. failing to administer first aid)
2. being reckless (e.g. drink driving)
3. intending to commit a crime (e.g. robbing a bank)