Explain the concept of the doctrine of transferred intent. How does the doctrine apply in Texas?
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The doctrine of transferred intent is a Common Law doctrine that holds that a person is nonetheless criminally responsible if a different victim than he intended is harmed. According to the doctrine, the mens rea to harm the intended victim is transferred to the actual victim. Texas statute expands the principle to hold that an offender is criminally responsible even if a different victim or property than intended is harmed or a different crime than intended is committed.
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