Mens rea is the intent to commit a crime, which can determine the severity of the sentence in criminal cases. It can apply to the intent to commit the offense, recklessness, or criminal negligence. Testing for mens rea can fall into subjective, objective, or hybrid tests. Strict liability cases do not require proof of intent […]
Actus reus and mens rea are the two elements of any crime. Actus reus refers to the physical action of a crime, while mens rea refers to the intent and understanding of the criminal. The interaction between the two determines a criminal’s guilt, but it is often difficult to deduce mens rea. In some cases, […]
