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Match each of the following essential elements of a crime with
the appropriate description / definition of it.
Actus reus
Mens rea
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a serious crime, punishable by at least 1 year of incarceration or death (in capital crimes)
wrongful or overt act
a less serious crime
criminal intent or mental fault



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Final answer:

Actus reus is the criminal act, while mens rea is the criminal intent. Both need to be present for prosecution in crimes.


Explanation:

Actus reus refers to the criminal act, which is an unlawful bodily movement.

Mens rea is the criminal intent or mental fault behind the act.

In crimes, concurrence of both actus reus and mens rea is essential for prosecution.


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