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Actus reus is the Latin term used to describe a criminal act. Actus reus is commonly defined as a criminal act that was the result of voluntary bodily movement. It is a physical result of human conduct. This describes a physical activity that harms another person or damages property.

Omission to legal duty also amount to actus reus

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Author, SP Shahi is Advocate at the High Court of Judicature at Allahabad, He holds LL.M. degree and qualification in the NET exam. He prefers to write on legal articles and current affairs.
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