In criminal jurisprudence, what does actus reus refer to?
Correct answer: B. The physical element or prohibited conduct of an offence
- A. The guilty intention accompanying an offence
- B. The physical element or prohibited conduct of an offence
- C. The punishment imposed after conviction
- D. The motive that explains why an offence occurred
Explanation
Actus reus is the external or physical element of a crime, such as an act, omission, or prohibited state of affairs. Guilty intention is generally described as mens rea, so it is the obvious trap.
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