What Is the Mens Rea of Murder

question 6

Multiple Choice

What is the mens rea of murder?

• A) an intention to kill or cause grievous bodily harm
• B) an intention to kill
• C) foresight of death as a virtual certainty
• D) foresight of death or grievous bodily harm

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Definitions:

Emergency

A sudden, unexpected situation that requires immediate action to prevent or mitigate harm or damage.

Negligence Case

A legal case involving claims that a party's failure to exercise reasonable care resulted in harm or damage to another party.

Level Of Caution

The degree of care and attention to potential risks or dangers in a particular situation or activity.

Negligence Per Se

A legal doctrine where an act is considered negligently wrongful because it violates a statute or regulation.