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What legal elements must the prosecution prove to secure a conviction?
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∙ 13y ago
The elements are basically that the defendant committed and act prohibited by law, and had the mindset, that is did the act either knowingly or recklessly that is required by law. The is called the actus reus (prohibited act) and mens rea (guilty mind). For a detailed discussion of these points see the related link below.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 13y agoThey must have evidence such as video tapes, snap shots, weapons and DNA finger prints on the weapon or any other type of tool he/she used to commit a crime
Another View: The answer you are looking for is EVIDENCE.
ALSO - The fact is that it doesn't necessarily have to be shown only to the judge.
ONLY in a bench trial is it necessary to convicne only the judge.
In a jury trial it is the JURY that must be convinced by the weight of the evidence. and the judge is impartial.
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∙ 12y agoTo prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the defendant committed a criminal act with a criminal intent.
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∙ 12y agoProof beyond a reasonable doubt.
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