What Are the Two Requirements for a Crime to Occur

question 76

Multiple Choice

What are the two requirements for a crime to occur?

• A) actus reus and mens rea
• B) a voluntary act and a criminal thought
• C) actus rea and mens reus
• D) a criminal intent and opportunity

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