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What are the three components of criminal liability?

  • Causation, Actus Reus, Motive
  • Conduct, Intent, Verdict
  • Actus Reus, Mens Rea, Defenses (correct)
  • Omission, Intent, Justifications

    • An omission can sometimes be considered a crime if a person fails to act when they have a duty to do so.

    True

    What is meant by the term 'mens rea'?

    The mental state of the individual at the time of the crime.

    In criminal law, the relationship between intent and motive is described as the _ of intent.

    <p>primacy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their descriptions:

    <p>Actus Reus = The physical act of a crime Mens Rea = The mental state or intention behind a crime Omission = Failure to act Defense = A legal argument to justify or excuse behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes 'intent' in criminal law?

    <p>A conscious decision to commit a crime</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Conspirators can never be held criminally liable for their actions.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What principle is highlighted by the quote 'An act does not make a man guilty of a crime, unless his mind is also guilty'?

    <p>The necessity of both action and intent for criminal liability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the state called when an act is done without mind control?

    <p>Automatism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An action resulting from reflex movements is considered voluntary conduct.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be established regarding the cause of automatism for a defendant to be not guilty by reason of insanity?

    <p>It must arise from a disease of the mind.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An act done during a state of _____ is considered to be automatism.

    <p>unconsciousness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a condition that prevents an act from being considered voluntary?

    <p>Deliberate action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the types of automatism with their descriptions:

    <p>Sane Automatism = Not guilty due to mental illness Insane Automatism = Defendant is simply not guilty Reflex action = Involuntary physical response Unconsciousness = Loss of awareness during an action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the case of automatism, any cause resulting in the action leads to a not guilty verdict.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If automatism arises from causes other than a disease of the mind, the defendant is simply _____ .

    <p>not guilty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a circumstance where there is a duty to act?

    <p>Mere bystander obligation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Acts of omission can attract criminal liability under certain circumstances.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by 'actus reus'?

    <p>The physical act or conduct that constitutes a crime.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Criminal liability for acts of omission is about __________ and __________.

    <p>reliance, choice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following types of duties with their descriptions:

    <p>Contractual duty = A duty arising from a contract Voluntary undertaking = Taking responsibility for another's well-being Statutory duty = A duty mandated by law Special relationship = Duties arising from specific relationships</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following options correctly describes a scenario that may create a duty to act?

    <p>Having a contractual obligation to provide assistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An omission is only considered a crime if there is a specific legal obligation to act.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must the prosecution prove for an actus reus claim?

    <p>The act or omission, any consequences, and the surrounding circumstances.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The actus reus must be __________ and not performed unthinkingly.

    <p>voluntary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes 'situational crimes'?

    <p>Crimes that are defined solely by the situation present</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary test for determining factual causation?

    <p>But for test</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Legal causation and factual causation are the same concepts.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What question should always be asked to determine legal causation?

    <p>Should the defendant's conduct be deemed the legal cause of the harmful result?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The method to assess whether the harmful consequence would have occurred but for the defendant's actions is called the ______.

    <p>but for test</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the terms with their definitions:

    <p>Factual causation = Determination of whether the defendant's actions caused the harm. Legal causation = Assessment of whether the defendant's actions should be legally attributed to the harm. But for test = Test used to determine factual causation. Proximate cause = Legal limit on the liability associated with a harmful consequence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best defines 'proximate cause'?

    <p>A legally recognized cause of harm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If the defendant's actions did not contribute to the harm at all, they can still be regarded as its legal cause.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two types of causation discussed?

    <p>Factual causation and Legal causation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'Actus Reus' refer to in criminal law?

    <p>The physical act or omission in a criminal offense</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Mens Rea refers to the physical actions involved in committing a crime.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be proven to establish 'Actus Reus' in a case?

    <p>The conduct of the accused.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The absence of an exculpatory defense is referred to as _______.

    <p>No Defence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following components of criminal liability with their descriptions:

    <p>Actus Reus = The actual conduct in committing a crime Mens Rea = The criminal intent or state of mind No Defence = Absence of a justification or excuse for an act</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following could be considered a type of Actus Reus?

    <p>Refusing to assist someone in danger</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Actus Reus includes both acts and omissions.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must the prosecution do if a defense is raised in a criminal case?

    <p>Negate the defense by proof beyond reasonable doubt.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The mental state or intent in criminal law is referred to as _______.

    <p>Mens Rea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be included in the definition of an offense for it to constitute Actus Reus?

    <p>The consequences of the act</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Introduction

    • Lecture I summary is covered
    • Important themes in criminal law are highlighted
    • Three components of criminal liability are discussed

    Nature of an Actus Reus

    • Actus Reus is defined
    • Act/conduct requirement is described
    • Acts of omission are explained
    • Status offenses are explained

    Satisfying Actus Reus: Proof

    • The actus reus must be proven
    • Important case law relating to the topic is presented

    Satisfying Actus Reus: Voluntary Conduct

    • The act must be voluntary
    • Automatism is discussed

    Causation

    • How to determine causation is explained
    • Factual causation is discussed
    • Legal causation is discussed
    • General principles of causation are presented
    • Implications are addressed

    Factual Causation

    • The "but for" test is used to determine causation.
    • The proximate cause is identified
    • A two-pronged test is applied for legal causation

    Novus Actus Interveniens

    • If, after the defendant acts, another act or event happens to cause the result, the defendant may not be held liable

    General Principles of Causation

    • The defendant's actions don't need to be the medical/scientific cause
    • The defendant doesn't need to touch the victim
    • The defendant must take the victim as they find them
    • The defendant's act isn't the sole cause
    • An intervening act will break the chain of causation

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