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==Elements of a Crime==
 
==Elements of a Crime==
 
* Actus Reus
 
* Actus Reus
* Mens Rea
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* [[Mens Rea]]
** Knowledge
 
** Intent
 
** Recklessness
 
** Negligence
 
** Strict Liability Crimes
 
 
** [[Transferred Intent]]
 
** [[Transferred Intent]]
  

Revision as of 20:22, 13 June 2010

Following is a list of common crimes that defendants are charged with:

Elements of a Crime

Crimes Against the Person

  • Murder
  • Felony Murder
  • Manslaughter - Voluntary
  • Manslaughter - Involuntary
  • Assault
  • Battery
  • Mayhem
  • Rape
  • Kidnapping
  • Human or Sex Trafficking

Crimes Against Property

  • Arson
  • Blackmail
  • Burglary
  • Embezzlement
  • Extortion
  • False Pretense
  • Larceny
  • Receiving Stolen Property
  • Robbery
  • Trespass

Crimes Against the State

  • Treason
  • Possession or sale of controlled substances
  • Prostitution

Attempt

Conspiracy

Accomplice Liability

Solicitation

International Law Crimes