Lily murdered her cousin when they were both 9 years old. She admits that she meant to do it. What is absent in this case?

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Mens rea refers to the intention or knowledge of wrongdoing that constitutes part of a crime, as opposed to the action or conduct of the accused (actus reus). In this case, Lily admits to intending to commit the act, indicating that mens rea is present, not absent. The question incorrectly suggests that mens rea is absent, but based on Lily's admission, it is actually present.

Lily Murdered Her Cousin When They Were Both 9 Years