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This document discusses strict liability offenses and the lack of a mens rea requirement for some statutory crimes: 1) Strict liability offenses are aimed at protecting public safety and morals by criminalizing dangerous or harmful acts, even if done carelessly or without intent. Mens rea (guilty mind) does not need to be proven for these crimes. 2) Examples given include selling alcohol to a minor and statutory rape - these acts are made criminal by statute regardless of the defendant
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- adleenbatrisyea06
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