Actus Reus (Voluntary Act): Difference between revisions
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'Actus Reus' refers to the requirement that the defendant have carried out a voluntary act in furtherance of the crime. It is important to distinguish such acts from thoughts, words, states of possession, or status; involuntary acts; and omissions. |
Revision as of 10:50, 16 June 2010
'Actus Reus' refers to the requirement that the defendant have carried out a voluntary act in furtherance of the crime. It is important to distinguish such acts from thoughts, words, states of possession, or status; involuntary acts; and omissions.