Case 4.3
Amelia wishes her sister was dead. If her sister dies, Amelia will receive a great deal of money. As Amelia is driving she sees her sister walking down the street. Amelia makes the decision to run her over with the car. She swerves off the road and runs her sister over and kills her.

-What state of mind best describes Amelia during her crime?

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Case 4.3
Amelia wishes her sister was dead. If her sister dies, Amelia will receive a great deal of money. As Amelia is driving she sees her sister walking down the street. Amelia makes the decision to run her over with the car. She swerves off the road and runs her sister over and kills her.

-What state of mind best describes Amelia during her crime?​

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Amelia had the specific intent to kill her sister in order to receive the money. She made a conscious decision to hit her sister with her car. This demonstrates a purposeful state of mind.

Case 4.3 Amelia Wishes Her Sister Was Dead. If Her Sister Dies