Is ‘mensrea’ or culpable mental state necessary for prosecution under MGL
Question 20
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Offences and Penalties, Prosecution and Compounding
FAQ on GST dated 21.9.2016 based on Draft Model GST
Q 20. Is 'mensrea' or culpable mental state necessary for prosecution under MGL?
Ans. Yes. However, Section 75 presumes the existence of a state of mind (i.e. “culpable mental state” or mensrea) required to commit an offence if it cannot be committed without such a state of mind
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