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Robbery is a physical action. The words are not robbery. What if they were uttered in a play? What if you're joking around with your friends? There are valid,
by scott_karana 10y ago
Robbery is a physical action.
The words are not robbery.
What if they were uttered in a play? What if you're joking around with your friends? There are valid, legal uses for them.
In the absence of criminal actions such as robbery or assault following those words, a court would need to prove criminal intent.
- rhino369 10y agoWords can definitely be the actus reus of a robbery. You also need the mens rea. There are very few actions that are always criminal. Sex with a minor is the only major one. Things like speeding if you count small fines.