Sentences with MENS-REA

"In order to be convicted of a crime, the prosecution must prove both the actus reus and mens rea."

"The defendant claimed that he did not have the mens rea required to be found guilty of murder."

"The judge instructed the jury to consider the defendant's mens rea in determining his guilt."

"The concept of mens rea is an important aspect of criminal law."

"The defendant's mens rea was found to be negligible, leading to a lesser charge."

"The defense argued that the defendant had no mens rea as he was acting in self-defense."

"The court focused on the defendant's mens rea in determining the appropriate punishment."

"The defendant's mens rea was deemed to be malicious, resulting in a harsher sentence."

"The presence of mens rea is a key factor in distinguishing between murder and manslaughter."

"The prosecution presented evidence of the defendant's mens rea through text messages and witness testimonies."

"The defendant's mens rea was found to be reckless, leading to a charge of involuntary manslaughter."

"The defendant's mens rea will be examined during the trial to determine their state of mind at the time of the offense."

"The defendant's mens rea was considered insignificant, resulting in a dismissal of the charges."

"In cases where mens rea cannot be established, a person may be found not guilty."

"The judge explained the concept of mens rea to the jury before deliberation."

"The defense argued that the defendant lacked the necessary mens rea for the crime charged."