What is the Actus Reus of a crime?

Actus Reus is all the element of a crime expect the mental element (state of mind of the offender). It is Latin for 'guilty act'; that is, the action of an offender that is against the law.

TO
Answered by Taiwo O. Law tutor

3815 Views

See similar Law A Level tutors

Related Law A Level answers

All answers ▸

What are conduct crimes and result crimes?


What is 'battery'?


Explain the elements important in assessing 'breach of duty' in the tort of negligence.


There are five main areas a duty of care may arise regarding omissions. Discuss any three areas.


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2026 by IXL Learning