According to Criminal Procedure Code, the word Mens Rea is one of the most important and integral part of a Crime, an intention though inferable from the act of an accused but manifestations must provide clear link therewith.
Stages of Mens Rea
As per PPC, it has three main stages,
- Preparation
- Taking steps
- Positive effects
Law Cases or Judgments:
2005-Pcr.LJ 22
Examples of Mens Rea:
- A defendant’s mental state
- Careless Versus Criminal
- International Versus Unintentional
- Committing a Crime Knowingly
- Committing a Crime Maliciously or Willfully