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The Key to Your Defense: Understanding Mistake of Fact

Meta Description: The mistake of fact defense is a fundamental concept in criminal law, arguing that a defendant lacked the necessary mens rea (guilty mind) because of a factual misunderstanding. Learn the crucial difference between specific and general intent crimes and how a reasonable mistake can lead to exculpation. Mistake of Fact Defense: When a […]

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