Question:
Do you rec. the following?
Statute: elements 1) 2) 3)
Actus Rea: Define for first issue, then ("supra") elements for other issues? That way you're not redefining again?
Mens Rea: Same as above.
Walk through elements: 1) 2) 3)
Counterargument(s):
Conclusion:
Thanks for your advice!
FWIW: My prof. is very heavy on statutes. We go over select cases to help define a term w/in a statute. He said we shouldn't have to name a case on the exam.
Criminal Law Exam Strategy Question Forum
- lifestooquick
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Re: Criminal Law Exam Strategy Question
My professor gives us the layout he wants and basically requires we use his organization. We use:
Heading for which issue you are addresing (i.e. Alice v. Bob: Criminal Homicide)
I. Voluntary Act
II. Social Harm
III. Mens Rea
IV. Actual Cause
V. Proximate Cause
Repeat for each issue.
Heading for which issue you are addresing (i.e. Alice v. Bob: Criminal Homicide)
I. Voluntary Act
II. Social Harm
III. Mens Rea
IV. Actual Cause
V. Proximate Cause
Repeat for each issue.
- kalvano
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Re: Criminal Law Exam Strategy Question
A checklist for each crime would be very helpful.
Just so you don't miss something like felony murder.
Just so you don't miss something like felony murder.
- 5ky
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Re: Criminal Law Exam Strategy Question
MPC vs. common law
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