When she refuses, Sam decides to rape Betty. What crimes can Sam be charged with?
Sam is thinking of having sexual intercourse with Betty in her dorm room. He knows that she is sleeping, but wants to surprise her with a bouquet of roses. So instead of waking her, he jimmies the lock to her dorm room by sliding a plastic credit card by the lock. Once inside, he wakes Betty with the flowers and asks if she's like to have sex with him.
What will be an ideal response?
ANSWER: Answers may vary: Sam has not committed burglary because the intent to commit the felony (rape) was not formed until Sam was inside. Sam can be charged with rape.
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