Intent is oftentimes a key aspect of a criminal charge. Some charges require specific intent in order for the crime to be committed, while others do not require any intent at all. These are known as strict liability cases, and they only require the prosecution to prove that you in fact committed the act in […]
Why Intent Doesn’t Matter In The Kim Potter Trial
Jury deliberation has begun in the trial of Kim Potter, a 26-year police force veteran who faces manslaughter charges in the death of Daunte Wright. As you’re probably aware since the incident unfolded in our backyard, Wright died during a traffic stop when Potter discharged her firearm as Wright attempted to get back into his […]
