Question

which of the following best defines the term mala in se?
a. it is a descriptive term for acts that are inherently wrong, regardless of whether they are prohibited by law.
b. it is the state of being aware that a risk does or will exist, and nevertheless acting in a way that consciously disregards this risk.
c. it is a descriptive term for acts that are made illegal by criminal statute and are not necessarily wrong in and of themselves.
d. it is the body of circumstances that must exist for a criminal act to have occurred.

Explanation:

Mala in se refers to acts that are inherently morally wrong, regardless of legal prohibition. Option b describes reckless intent, option c defines mala prohibita (acts illegal only by statute), and option d refers to the elements of a crime.

Answer:

a. It is a descriptive term for acts that are inherently wrong, regardless of whether they are prohibited by law.