Elements of a Crime

What is mens rea?

• A guilty act
• A guilty mind

What is actus reus?

• A guilty act
• A guilty mind

All crimes require the completion of a guilty act for a crime to be committed?

• True

• False

An act must be voluntary in order for it to be deemed a criminal act.

• True

• False

Joe needs glasses to drive. He drives without his glass and causes an accident. Mens rea is:

• Recklessness

• Intentional Act

• Ignorance of the Law

In a criminal case, which element is more difficult to prove?

• Mens Rea

• Actus Reus

Must actus reus and mens rea occur at the same time for a crime to occur?

• True

• False

Sharon shoplifts and runs from the store. She knocks over Jen, causing injuries. Mens rea is:

• Negligence

• Malice aforethought

• Intent

1. What does it mean to act with intentional mens rea?
   

• Being unaware of the consequences of the action
• Accidentally committing the crime without intent
• Acting with the purpose of committing

• Acting under the influence of drugs or alcohol

1. How is recklessness defined in terms of mens rea?
   

• Acting with full knowledge of the consequences
• Intentionally causing harm without regard for consequences
• Acting with no regard for consequences

• Acting with careful planning