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Using actual situations describe the elements of actus
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Using actual situations describe the elements of actus reus and mens rea in criminal law. Comment on the importance of those two elements in relation to murder and manslaughter. Criminal Law, branch of law that defines crimes and fixes punishments for them. Also included in criminal law are rules and procedures for preventing and investigating crimes and prosecuting criminals, as well as the regulations governing the constitution of courts, the conduct of trials, the organization of police forces, and the administration of penal institutions. In general, the criminal law of most modern societies classifies crimes as offences against the safety of the society; offences against the administration of justice; offences against the public welfare; offences against property; and offences threatening the lives or safety of people. In England and Wales criminal trials are heard in dedicated courts: the magistrates' court for less serious offences, and the Crown Court for all other offences....
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