Sometimes it means an intent to do something beyond that which is done, such as assault with intent to commit rape. The prosecution must show that the defendant purposely or knowingly committed the crime at issue. General intent refers to the intent to do that which the law prohibits.
Dinesh D'Souza Avoids Prison Time, Sentenced To 5 Years Probation. (Reuters) - Conservative author and filmmaker Dinesh D'Souza was sentenced on Tuesday to spend eight months in a community confinement center during five years of probation after pleading guilty to a campaign finance law violation.
Omallur Sadasivan, a minister of Kerala Legislative Assembly, is alleged to be involved in a scam relating to dam construction. Vettukuzhi, a political kingmaker, tries to save Minister Sadasivan and the reputation of the party. A Commission headed by Justice Rajeshekharan Nair is appointed by the Court to investigate into the dam scam. Shabari, a young talented writer, resides at the Kerala Guest House, to complete his new novel.