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1. Motive is Not Essential

Motive is essential in the determination of the commission of a crime and the liabilities of the perpetrators.

What are the instances where proof of motive is not essential or required to justify conviction of an accused? Give at least 3 instances. 5%

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Anonymous said...

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Proof of motive is not essential or required to justify conviction of the accused in the following three instances:

a. When the accused confesses that he committed the crime;
b. Where guilt is established by sufficient evidence;
c. When accused pleads guilty to the offense.