Asked by Meghana Tella on May 05, 2024
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A person who is accused of a crime usually offers a reason why he or she should not be found guilty. This is called a
A) defense.
B) rebuttal.
C) mens rea.
D) actus reus.
Mens Rea
A legal principle referring to the state of mind of a person who commits a crime, indicating intent or knowledge of wrongfulness.
Actus Reus
The physical act of committing a crime, as opposed to the mental intent (mens rea) to commit the act.
- Understand the various defenses available to criminal defendants and the rationale behind them.
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JJ
Jaela Ja’NelleMay 11, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
A defense is a reason provided by the accused in a legal case as to why they should not be found guilty of the charge(s) against them. It can include arguments, evidence, and legal theories aimed at disproving the accusations or justifying the accused's actions.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the various defenses available to criminal defendants and the rationale behind them.