What are the three elements that comprise conspiracy? What is the actus reus of the crime? What is the mens rea of the crime?

What will be an ideal response?


Conspiracy is: (1) an agreement (2) between two or more persons (3) to commit an unlawful act or a lawful act in an unlawful manner. The actus reus of the crime is the agreement. The mens rea of the crime is the intent to commit an unlawful act or a lawful act in an unlawful manner.

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their lives, and each year an average of one person dies every_____ minutes in an alcohol- related crash. a. 6, 15 b. 8, 40 c. 10, 30 d. 20, 30

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What is broken windows theory? What are the criticisms of broken windows theory? Do you agree with the theory? Why or why not?

What will be an ideal response?

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Which of the following is the most important factor when prosecutors consider whether or not to proceed with a prosecution?

a. Whether or not there is sufficient evidence for conviction b. Whether or not the defendant is willing to testify against his or her accomplices c. Whether or not the victim is willing to cooperate with the prosecution d. Whether or not the community desires the prosecution of the offender

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