Name the four mental states that comprise malice aforethought.

What will be an ideal response?


Malice aforethought, a form of mens rea, can exist in four different mental states:

A specific intent to kill
An intent to inflict serious bodily injury
A wanton disregard for human life
The commission of a dangerous felony

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a) collective efficacy b) yoga c) spirituality d) learning a language

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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