Crimes that involve commission of an unlawful act without a specific mens rea. A general bad state of mind suffices for a general intent crime. Negligence or recklessness is also sufficient for a general intent crime.
A list of general intent crimes includes the following:
- Rape
- Battery
- Arson
- Kidnapping
- False Imprisonment
- Involuntary Manslaughter
- Depraved-Heart Murder