Under common law doctrine, individuals under age _____ were presumed to be unable to develop intent and therefore could not be prosecuted and punished for their actions.

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Under common law, children under the age of 7 were presumed to be incapable of forming the intent to commit a crime due to their young age. This principle reflects the belief that very young children do not possess the mental capacity to understand the difference between right and wrong or to form criminal intent.

Under Common Law Doctrine, Individuals Under Age _____ Were Presumed