When can a legally relevant omission satisfy the actus reus requirement of a criminal offence?
Correct answer: A. When the accused has a legal duty to act
- A. When the accused has a legal duty to act
- B. When the accused merely feels morally obliged to act
- C. When the victim has requested the accused to act
- D. When the omission causes only financial inconvenience
Explanation
An omission can constitute actus reus when the law imposes a duty to act, such as a duty arising from a statute, contract or special relationship. A purely moral obligation is generally insufficient for criminal liability.
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