Distinguish between the terms actus reus and mens rea; how are they significant in criminal law? Which of the two is more difficult to prove in a trial, beyond a reasonable doubt? Fully explain your answers, with authorities.
CRJ 306 Week 2 DQ 2 Inchoate Offenses.
Provide your opinion of whether or not criminal liability and punishment for inchoate offenses are “fair” or not. How do the concepts of actus reus and mens rea fit with inchoate offenses? Should someone charged with an inchoate offense suffer the same punishment as the primary actors of the crime? Should people be criminally convicted for the crime of conspiracy where no underlying crime actually occurs?
CRJ 306 Week 2 DQ 3 Statutes of Limitations
Statutes of Limitations. Define the legal, procedural defense of statutes of limitations. Why are statutes of limitations a part of criminal law? Do you agree that there should be limits of when a crime can be prosecuted? Homicide does not have a statute of limitations. Do you agree or disagree with this notion?
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