A person may not be convicted of a crime unless each element of the crime is proved by the State beyond a reasonable doubt. "Element of the crime" means the forbidden conduct; the attendant circumstances specified in the definition of the crime; the intention, knowledge, recklessness or negligence as may be required; and any required result.
Elements of crimes defined
17-A M.R.S. § 32, under Chapter 2.
17-A M.R.S. § 32