Certain types of crimes, such as violations of regulatory statutes, allow punishment without the proof of a guilty mind. This is known as ________.

A) actus reus
B) a negligent action
C) mens rea
D) liability without fault
E) minimal harm

Liability Without Fault

A legal principle where a party is held responsible for damages or losses without proof of negligence or fault.

Regulatory Statutes

Laws established to govern the behavior of individuals and corporations, often within a specific sector, to ensure compliance and protect public interests.

Guilty Mind

A legal principle requiring intention to commit a crime or knowledge that one's action or lack of action would result in a crime.