Strick Liability

TURKS & CAICOS ISLANDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE

COURSE NAME: Criminal Law

COURSE CODE: LAW2221

Assignment 1

I. Explain the presumption of Mens Rea as against a Strict Liability Offence

II. Explain, using case law, the ways in which the external context or social context can be

used to displace the presumption in favor of mens rea.

III. Explain, using case law, the ways in which the internal context can be used to displace the

presumption of mens rea.

Due date: March 8, 2021 (should be emailed no later than 12 Midnight)

Rubric

Criteria Exemplary=A (Far Exceeds Standard)

Above Average=B (Exceeds Standard)

Adequate=C (Meets Standard)

Inadequate=D (Below Standard)

Organization The introduction is inviting, states the main ideas, and provides an overview of the paper. Information is relevant and presented in a logical order. The conclusion is strong

The introduction states the main ideas and provides an overview of the paper. A conclusion is included. Content:

The introduction states the main idea. A conclusion is included.

There is no clear introduction, structure, or conclusion.

Sentence Structure, Grammar, Mechanics, & Spelling

All sentences are well constructed and have varied structure and length. The author makes no errors in grammar, mechanics, and/or spelling.

Most sentences are well constructed and have varied structure and length. The author makes a few errors in grammar, mechanics, and/or spelling, but they do not interfere with understanding.

Most sentences are well constructed, but they have a similar structure and/or length. The author makes several errors in grammar, mechanics, and/or spelling that interfere with understanding

Sentences sound awkward, are distractingly repetitive, or are difficult to understand. The author makes numerous errors in grammar, mechanics, and/or spelling that interfere with understanding

Level of Content Content indicates combination of

Content indicates original thinking

Content indicates thinking and

Shows some thinking and

ideas, in-depth analysis and evidences original thought and support for the main topics.

and develops ideas with sufficient and firm evidence.

reasoning applied with original thought on a few ideas.

reasoning but most ideas are underdeveloped and unoriginal.

Development Main points well developed with high quality and quantity support. Reveals high degree of critical thinking.

Main points well developed with quality supporting details and quantity. Critical thinking is weaved into points

Main points are present with limited detail and development. Some critical thinking is present.

Main points lack detailed development. Ideas are vague with little evidence of critical thinking.

Format Meets all formal and assignment requirements and evidences attention to detail; all margins, spacing and indentations are correct; essay is neat and correctly assembled with professional look.

Meets format and assignment requirements; margins, spacing, and indentations are correct; essay is neat and correctly assembled.

Meets format and assignment requirements; generally correct margins, spacing, and indentations; essay is neat but may have some assembly errors.

Fails to follow format and assignment requirements; incorrect margins, spacing and indentation; neatness of essay needs attention.

Allocation of Marks

Organization 15 Marks

Sentence Structure, Grammar, Mechanics, & Spelling

20 Marks

Level of Content 30 Marks

Development 15 Marks

Format 10 Marks

References (5) APA format

10 Marks

Additional Instructions

* Please note that an introduction, conclusion and appropriate citation is a requirement and a

reference page should also be included.

There must be a cover page consisting of

Course Name Course Code Lecturers name Question Date submitted

Formatting

1. Use only size 12 type font. 2. Times New Romans 3. Number your pages 4. 1.5 spacing.