As part of the consideration for fair justice, it is essential for the judicial system to recognize criminal incapacity based on immaturity and infancy. For the justice system to serve its purpose, there must be criteria for finding one culpable… Read More ›
Month: May 2012
DONNA SUMMER: Passing of a Music Sensation by Adeyemi Oshunrinade
The passing of the music sensation, Donna Summer came with surprise to the music industry and many of her fans with no inkling of her ailment. Her transition marks an end to decades of entertaining the world with her music… Read More ›
CRIMINAL RESPONSIBILITY: Meaning of General and Specific Intent In Criminal Law by Adeyemi Oshunrinade
General and Specific Intent: The loose phrases “criminal intent” and “general intent” has not made courts to miss the fact that “intent” in the proper sense, has the same meaning as “intention.” However, in most cases, courts have interpreted intent… Read More ›
DEVISE CAPACITY: Legal Demand of a Sound Mind and Proper Faculty to Make a Bequest by Adeyemi Oshunrinade
MENTAL CAPACITY In the United States, the testator must be at least 18yrs old to be able to make a will. There are many factors which may prevent the testator from being able to form the intention to make a… Read More ›