Statutes Flashcards

1
Q

Define ‘Actus Reus’

A

The PHYSICAL ACT or effort required to carry out the crime or offence

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Define ‘Mens Rea’

A

The INTENT of the offender.

Refers to the guilty knowledge of the person or what was in their mind when they did the Actus Reus

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