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Motive- the goal or object of a person's actions.
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What is an excuse for not committing a crime called?
alibi
What is the term for a persons probable reason for committing a crime in law related terms?
motive
What is the period of time in which a criminal must avoid committing crime called?
It is called probation.
Is it ever okay to commit a crime?
If you commit a crime, then you're breaking the law. If you call breaking the law a crime, then yes, you're committing a crime by committing a crime.Added; A criminal act is composed of two conscious acts: The Mens Reus (the criminal intent) and the Actus Reus (the criminal act). By committing the act you are completing the 2nd part of the offense necessary to convict you - therefore YES, you are engaged in committing a crime.But it's still a paradox. If you commit a crime by committing a crime, then wouldn't you be committing a crime for the committed crime for committing a crime> It goes on forever, but then final answer is YES.
What is the cause committing a crime slight physical injury?
Your question is poorly worded, but it appears that you are asking about the crime called simple battery.
What is engaging in organized crime activity?
Planning a Crime and Committing the crime
What if you were the driver for someone committing unauthorized departure?
Knowingly helping someone commit a criminal act is itself illegal. If you did not have any reason to believe that they were committing a crime (for example, if you legitimately thought they had been properly released) then you can offer that as a defense if you should be charged with a crime.
What is the second person associated with committing a crime called?
An "abettor" or an "enabler" would fit this description.
What can a congressman be arrested for?
Committing a crime.
What is An excuse for not committing a crime?
alibi
What is the rights for a six year old who is being framed for a crime?
Doubtful it could occur. The "Age of Reason" for juvniles to be conscious of committing a crime is set at 7 years of age, in most states I am aware of.
How do you spell committing?
The word is spelled correctly : committing (in the act of commission, as with a crime, or allocating funds)
