Kim was suffering from a mental disorder when she commited an offence.What was missing from the act?

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Mens rea, or the mental element of a crime, is necessary to establish criminal liability. In this scenario, Kim's mental disorder would likely negate her ability to form the required mens rea for the offence. Actus reus, or the physical act of committing the offence, may still be present. Intent and concurrence are also aspects of mens rea.

Kim Was Suffering from a Mental Disorder When She Commited