Which is an example of a non-intent liability from the material?

• A. Involuntary Manslaughter
• B. First-Degree Murder
• C. Theft
• D. Burglary

Answer: (A)

The concept tested is the difference between crimes that require intent (a specific mental plan or purpose) and those that do not. Involuntary manslaughter is a non-intent liability because the defendant did not intend to kill, yet reckless or criminally negligent conduct caused a death. It jurisdictions, this crime covers killing without malice aforethought, arising from recklessness or negligent behavior.

The other options involve deliberate intent: murder requires intent to kill, theft requires the intent to permanently deprive the owner of property, and burglary involves breaking in with the intent to commit a crime inside. So involuntary manslaughter best fits a non-intent liability.