Units and Topics
The following units are part of the Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Applied Law. course
The following topic forms part of the Unit Aspects of Legal Liability.
Understand the elements of a crime:
Elements of a crime: differences between criminal offence and civil action; differences between legal and moral rules; the function of criminal law; double jeopardy.
The actus reus of a crime: causation; voluntary; involuntary and positive actions; omissions.
The mens rea and fault: intention; subjective recklessness; transferred malice; negligence and duty of care;strict liability; a state of affairs.
Application of concepts to specific non-fatal offences: assault; battery; actual bodily harm; wounding;grievous bodily harm.
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The following units are part of the Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Applied Law. course
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