One Could NOT Prove Specific Intent to Permanently Deprive the Owner

question 12

Multiple Choice

One could NOT prove specific intent to permanently deprive the owner of the property if the defendant

• A)was in the habit of repeatedly taking and returning various items without warning.
• B)tried to scratch out the owner's name on the property or replace it with his own name.
• C)stated that he or she intended to keep the property.
• D)had possession of the item for a short time.

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Definitions:

Infractions

Minor violations or breaches of law which are typically punishable by fines rather than prison time.

Misdemeanors

Less serious criminal offenses that are punishable by fines or imprisonment for less than a year, typically in a county jail.

Act of Commission

A positive action or deed that violates a law or legal obligation, leading to liability.

Act of Omission

Failure to take an action that is legally or morally required, leading to harm or injury.