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settledMens rea and actus reus
Doing the bad thing is half. Meaning to do it is the other half.
Definition
A criminal offence usually needs a guilty act (actus reus) together with a guilty mind (mens rea).
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Note. Educational, not legal advice. Laws vary by country and change. For real legal stakes, property, family, employment, contracts, anything criminal, consult a qualified lawyer in your jurisdiction. In India, start with official portals (India Code, SCO India) and a registered advocate for matters of consequence.