- The theft/disappearance of the fingerprints: knowing or negligent
- The arson: purposeful or reckless
Explanation:
Mens rea means "a guilty mind" as is required to prove a crime, along with actus reus (the criminal act). A purposeful mens rea means a crime was intentionally commited. A negligent mens rea is the failure to do what a reasonable person would do. A knowing mens rea means the potential result of a criminal act (such as lending a gun to someone who intends to shoot another person). A reckless mens rea increases risk to others, like driving under the influence.
Together, actus reus and mens rea form the corpus delicti or, both the criminal act and guilty mind.
in our unique judicial system, courts are protected from the influence of other branches of government, as well as shifting popular opinion. ... This allows the judiciary to make decisions based on what is right under the law, without political or personal consequences.
Advantages: Lighter Sentence. ... Reduced Charge. ... The Case Is Over. ... Disadvantages. ... Avoiding Problems with Prosecution's Case. ... No “Not Guilty” Result. ... Possibility of Coercion.
