Mens rea

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. Joaquin comes to see you for advice, having been accused of robbery. He provides you with the case facts, and wants to be advised of the case against him, and whether he has committed a crime.
What are the most basic elements to be evaluated to do so?

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. Meng is accused of possession of a stun gun (Taser). This is a strict liability offence. You are representing Meng.
How would you explain strict liability to your client?

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. Ieuan has been arrested for GBH, having punched a man repeatedly, after standing outside the man's house, shouting that he was going to "rough him up hard." Ieuan says he was just saying to sound scary.
What would your advice be on the mens rea, on these facts?

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. Femi is accused of murder, having thrown a heavy object at her husband, causing a head injury from which he later died.
What would your advice be on intention, on these facts?

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