What is transferred intent? One of the elements of most crimes that the Commonwealth must prove is “intent”. There is a related legal principle called “transferred intent.” This applies when a person intends to harm one person…
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What can I do with a license? It is the burden of the Commonwealth to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that you did not have license or authority to do something when you are charged with a crime. However, under G.L. c. 278 § 7 a person relying on a…
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Tags: Assault and Battery, Burden of Proof, Dismissal, Felony, Intent, License, License or Authority, Magistrate, Misdemeanor, Proof Beyond a Reasonable Doubt, Specific Intent
What is knowledge in criminal law? A perception of the facts required for a crime is knowledge in criminal law. It is the burden of the Commonwealth to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that at the time of the offense the defendant knew something. This…
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Many crimes require intent for conviction. Intent means being aware of the natural and probable consequences of an action. Specific intent is a conscious act with the determination of the mind to do it according to Commonwealth v. Nickerson, 388 Mass…
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Maybe you signed someone else’s name. Maybe a number on a document was changed, or you handed over something that turned out to be fake. Now the police are asking questions, or you have a court date for forgery. It is a frightening charge, and it s…
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