Components of a Crime-act itself (the actus reus or gui.docx
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The document outlines the essential components of a crime, including the act (actus reus), mental intent (mens rea), and causation related to harm. It addresses questions regarding the nature and classification of criminal law, its purpose, and the criminal procedure from arrest to trial. Additionally, it discusses various common crimes that occur in the healthcare setting.
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Components of a Crime-act itself (the actus reus or gui.docx
- 1. *Components of a Crime -act itself (the actus reus or guilty act); -requisite mental state/intent (the mens rea or guilty mind); and -causation; harm that is the result of the act that was committed. The accused performed the act that caused the harm with the intent to cause that harm. Questions Explain what criminal law is, the classification of crimes, and its purpose. Describe the criminal procedure process from arrest through trial. Describe several of the more common crimes that occur in the healthcare setting.