FYLSX Criminal Law Elements & Defenses

Question 1

What is the primary element required for criminal liability?

Accepted Answer

A voluntary act and mens rea

Answer

A police report only.

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A civil complaint.

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A signed confession.

Question 2

Which of the following is a complete defense to a criminal charge?

Accepted Answer

Self-defense

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Recklessness.

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Negligence.

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Motive.

Question 3

Which mental state is required for murder?

Accepted Answer

Intent or extreme recklessness

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Strict liability.

Answer

Negligence.

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No mental state is required.

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a valid defense in criminal law?

Accepted Answer

Ignorance of the law

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Duress.

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Insanity.

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Self-defense.

Question 5

What is the primary distinction between murder and manslaughter?

Accepted Answer

Intent or malice aforethought

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The method of the act.

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The location of the crime.

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The weapon used.

Question 6

Which of the following is an example of a strict liability offense?

Accepted Answer

Statutory rape

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First-degree murder.

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Voluntary manslaughter.

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Assault.

Question 7

What is required to prove conspiracy?

Accepted Answer

An agreement and overt act

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A written contract.

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Eyewitness testimony.

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A completed crime.

Question 8

Which element distinguishes theft from robbery?

Accepted Answer

Use of force

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Value of property.

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Location.

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Number of participants.

Question 9

Which of the following best describes entrapment?

Accepted Answer

Government inducement of crime with no predisposition

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A planned robbery.

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A confession without Miranda rights.

Answer

Accidental commission of a crime.