The will and the purpose distinguish offenses.

Explanation

The same physical act may be innocent or criminal depending on the intent behind it. Intent is the dividing line between accident and offense.

Where this applies

• The same physical act could be accidental or intentional depending on the circumstances.
• Two people do the exact same thing but one intended harm and the other did not.

See also

• 3.6.1 The act does not make one guilty unless the mind be guilty.
• 3.6.5 The act and the intent must both concur to constitute a crime.