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Adam Park
June 21, 2023
Criminal Law

Malum in Se: Understanding the Concept of Inherent Evil in Social Science.

Malum in se Wrong in itself Malum in se is a Latin term that translates to “evil in itself.” The phrase is used to describe an action...

Adam Park
June 21, 2023
Criminal Law

Understanding Malum Prohibitum: Examining the Legality of Prohibited Actions and its Effects on Society

Malum prohibitum Wrong by statute Malum prohibitum is a Latin term that means “wrong because prohibited.” It refers to acts that are deemed illegal by law, not...

Adam Park
June 21, 2023
Criminal Law

Understanding Sexual Battery: Definition, Impact, and Importance of Consent

Means oral, anal or a vaginal penetration by or union with the sexual organ of another, or the anal or vaginal penetration of another by any other...

Adam Park
June 21, 2023
Criminal Law

Understanding Mens Rea: The Importance of Mental State in Criminal Liability

Mens Rea Guilty Mind Mens rea is a Latin term that refers to the mental element or state of mind required for a particular crime. It translates...

Adam Park
June 21, 2023
Criminal Law

Understanding Reasonable Suspicion: A Guide for Law Enforcement and Citizens

More than a hunch, and must be based on articulated circumstances, but is less than probable cause necessary to affect an arrest Reasonable suspicion The legal term...

Adam Park
June 21, 2023
Criminal Law

Nolens Volens: Understanding the Latin Phrase and its Use in Social Sciences and Legal Contexts

Nolens volens Whether consent or not “Nolens volens” is a Latin expression that means “will he, nill he” or “whether willingly or unwillingly”. It is typically used...

Adam Park
June 21, 2023
Criminal Law

Understanding Presumptive Intent: How it Helps Prove Criminal Intent in Specific Cases

Presumptive Intent Rebuttable presumption that if a D committed an act, it was his intent to commit the act Presumptive intent refers to the legal concept that...

Adam Park
June 21, 2023
Criminal Law

Understanding Scienter in Securities Law: Importance and Legal Implications Explained

Scienter Knowing of wrongdoing “Scienter” is a legal term used to describe a mental state or knowledge of a certain fact or circumstance. The term is primarily...