Motive is important as a matter of proof because
A. it means the emotion that prompted a person to act is actually the same as intent.
B. it is a form of mens rea and thus is an element of proof required for criminal culpability.
C. a criminal actor is liable for the emotions that motivated him or her to commit the crime.
D. it may help to identify the perpetrator of a crime or explain why a suspect may have acted in a particular way.
Answer: D
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