MPC

Question 1

MPC 1.04

Answer 1

Classes of Crimes and Violations. outlines the definitions for felonies, misdemeanors, petty misdemeanors, and violations

Question 2

MPC 1.12

Answer 2

Proof Beyond a Reasonable Doubt - outlines that every element of a case has to be done this way

Question 3

MPC 1.02

Answer 3

Purpose; Principles of Construction. why we punish and the provisions governing sentencing

Question 4

MPC 1.13

Answer 4

General Definitions. Includes purposely and intentionally

Question 5

MPC 2.01

Answer 5

Requirements of a Voluntary Act.
2.01(1) - offenses are omissions to perform (in some cases) and acts that were done voluntarily
2.01(2) - what acts are not voluntary
2.01(3) - when omission is not a liability
2.01(4) - possession - an act if possessor knowingly received the thing they possess

Question 6

MPC 2.05

Answer 6

Absolute Liability. 2.01 and 2.02 don’t apply to violations and statute-defined crimes.

Question 7

MPC 2.04

Answer 7

Ignorance or Mistake. A defense if it negates the mens rea required. mistake of law allowed if statute is not known to public yet or reliance on a law that is no longer valid

Question 8

MPC 2.03

Answer 8

Causal Relationship Btwn Conduct and Result.
(1) Conduct is cause of result when result wouldn’t have occured otherwise and actual result involves some kind of injury designed and not too remote
(4) if result crime with strict liability - element is not established unless actual result is a probable consequence