Intro to Criminal Law.

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Intro to Criminal Law

4 Conditions necessary to have a crime: Crime – an action or the omission of an action that is against the law 4 Conditions necessary to have a crime: Action is considered wrong by society Causes harm to society Must be serious in nature and degree Punishment must suit the crime

Criminal vs. Civil Criminal Law Civil Law - Between gov’t and an individual - Between 2 or more people - Punishment is jail, fine, or community service - Punishment is $ for pain and suffering, or to pay restitution - gov’t must prove they are guilty beyond a reasonable doubt - Judges decide what most likely happened and award $ accordingly

2 important elements in Criminal Act: Actus Reus – the wrongful act, which must be proved beyond a reasonable doubt Mens Rea – criminal intent, “a guilty mind”