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The Model Penal Code (MPC) was developed as a guideline to assist the divers legal jurisdictions in the United States standardize their criminal law procedure. read more

Mistake is inherently a very vague defense because it centers on the premise that the defendant acted under the mistaken belief his conduct was justified. read more

Check out the list of maxims of jurisprudence (most) part 4 of the California Civil Code. read more

Liability without fault is a circumstance in which the defendant is held criminally liable for his actions even though criminal intent is absent. read more

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It hardly needs to be stated that intent is a requirement of an intentional tort. read more

Learn how the Restatement (Second) of Torts § 46 defines intentional infliction of emotional distress and the key elements needed to prove a claim in court. read more

Exculpation is the act of being cleared of blame, and excuse and justification are the most common criminal defenses that achieve this. read more

Crime against the person, often simply referred to as violent crime, is arguably the most serious species of crime addressed by the criminal law. read more

Crimes against property include theft, vandalism, and fraud, targeting property ownership. Learn the definition, examples, and evolving laws to protect your rights. read more