Legal Terms HSC Course

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the essential features of a crime

are actus reus (the physical act) and mens rea (the mental intent) that must be proven for a conviction.

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the standard of proof in a criminal trial

beyond reasonable doubt

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the standard of proof in a civil trial

the balance of probabilities ( it is more than 50% likeyness)

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Actus reus

the physical element of a crime

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Mens rea

the mental element of a crime, intention or knowledge to commit a crime

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crime of strict liability 

An offence where the mens rea (intent) does not need to be

proved; only the actus reus (the guilty act) needs to be

proved E.g. unknowingly speeding 

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What is a crime

an act that is harmful to society, forbidden by law and punishable by the state.