Bob is leaving the medical marijuana dispensary with his 6 ounces, which is legal under the law. He drops his purchase and drives away, unaware that he no longer has his marijuana. Sue is walking down the street when she becomes the lucky recipient of 6 ounces of marijuana. When Bob realizes his mistake he goes back to find Sue getting high on the corner, he calls the police claiming Sue stole his marijuana.
-Sue has been released without charges. What is the most likely reason for this

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Sue did not have the intent (mens rea) to steal the marijuana, as she found it on the street and did not know it belonged to Bob.

Bob Is Leaving the Medical Marijuana Dispensary with His 6